1986 Citroen CX vs. 1982 Ferrari 208
To start off, 1986 Citroen CX is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Ferrari 208. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Ferrari 208 would be higher. At 2,500 cc (4 cylinders), 1986 Citroen CX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1982 Ferrari 208 (217 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 79 more horse power than 1986 Citroen CX. (138 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1982 Ferrari 208 should accelerate faster than 1986 Citroen CX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Citroen CX weights approximately 135 kg more than 1982 Ferrari 208.
Because 1982 Ferrari 208 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 1982 Ferrari 208. 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, 1982 Ferrari 208 (240 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 34 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Citroen CX. (206 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1982 Ferrari 208 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Citroen CX.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Citroen CX | 1982 Ferrari 208 | |
| Make | Citroen | Ferrari |
| Model | CX | 208 |
| Year Released | 1986 | 1982 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 2500 cc | 1990 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 217 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 206 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 66.8 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 71 mm |
| 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 | 1285 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 4240 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1130 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3100 mm | 2350 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 74 L |
