1986 Citroen CX vs. 1956 Maserati 450
To start off, 1986 Citroen CX is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 Maserati 450. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Maserati 450 would be higher. At 4,478 cc (8 cylinders), 1956 Maserati 450 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1956 Maserati 450 (395 HP @ 7200 RPM) has 290 more horse power than 1986 Citroen CX. (105 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1956 Maserati 450 should accelerate faster than 1986 Citroen CX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Citroen CX weights approximately 440 kg more than 1956 Maserati 450.
Because 1956 Maserati 450 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 1956 Maserati 450. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1986 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, 1956 Maserati 450 (487 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 328 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Citroen CX. (159 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 1956 Maserati 450 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Citroen CX.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Citroen CX | 1956 Maserati 450 | |
| Make | Citroen | Maserati |
| Model | CX | 450 |
| Year Released | 1986 | 1956 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 4478 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 105 HP | 395 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 7200 RPM |
| Torque | 159 Nm | 487 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1230 kg | 790 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2410 mm |
