1985 Citroen CX vs. 1998 Maserati Ghibli
To start off, 1998 Maserati Ghibli is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Citroen CX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Citroen CX would be higher. At 2,164 cc (4 cylinders), 1985 Citroen CX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Maserati Ghibli (302 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 188 more horse power than 1985 Citroen CX. (114 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Maserati Ghibli should accelerate faster than 1985 Citroen CX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Citroen CX weights approximately 75 kg more than 1998 Maserati Ghibli.
Because 1998 Maserati Ghibli is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1998 Maserati Ghibli. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1985 Citroen CX, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1998 Maserati Ghibli (334 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 157 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Citroen CX. (177 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 1998 Maserati Ghibli will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Citroen CX.
Compare all specifications:
1985 Citroen CX | 1998 Maserati Ghibli | |
Make | Citroen | Maserati |
Model | CX | Ghibli |
Year Released | 1985 | 1998 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2164 cc | 1996 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 114 HP | 302 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6250 RPM |
Torque | 177 Nm | 334 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1440 kg | 1365 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4930 mm | 4230 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1310 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3100 mm | 2520 mm |