1986 Citroen CX vs. 1968 Ferrari 365 GTB
To start off, 1986 Citroen CX is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Ferrari 365 GTB. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Ferrari 365 GTB would be higher. At 4,390 cc (12 cylinders), 1968 Ferrari 365 GTB is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Ferrari 365 GTB (347 HP @ 7500 RPM) has 209 more horse power than 1986 Citroen CX. (138 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1968 Ferrari 365 GTB should accelerate faster than 1986 Citroen CX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Citroen CX weights approximately 223 kg more than 1968 Ferrari 365 GTB.
Because 1968 Ferrari 365 GTB 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 1968 Ferrari 365 GTB. 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, 1968 Ferrari 365 GTB (431 Nm @ 5400 RPM) has 225 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Citroen CX. (206 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1968 Ferrari 365 GTB will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Citroen CX.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Citroen CX | 1968 Ferrari 365 GTB | |
| Make | Citroen | Ferrari |
| Model | CX | 365 GTB |
| Year Released | 1986 | 1968 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2500 cc | 4390 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 347 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 7500 RPM |
| Torque | 206 Nm | 431 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 81.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 71 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.7:1 | 9.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1420 kg | 1197 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1160 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3100 mm | 2410 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 127 L |
