1986 Citroen CX vs. 1986 Ferrari F1 86
To start off, both 1986 Citroen CX and 1986 Ferrari F1 86 were released in the same year (1986). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 1986 Citroen CX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Ferrari F1 86 (839 HP @ 11500 RPM) has 734 more horse power than 1986 Citroen CX. (105 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1986 Ferrari F1 86 should accelerate faster than 1986 Citroen CX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Citroen CX weights approximately 685 kg more than 1986 Ferrari F1 86.
Because 1986 Ferrari F1 86 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 1986 Ferrari F1 86. 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.
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1986 Citroen CX | 1986 Ferrari F1 86 | |
Make | Citroen | Ferrari |
Model | CX | F1 86 |
Year Released | 1986 | 1986 |
Engine Size | 1995 cc | 1496 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 105 HP | 839 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 11500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1230 kg | 545 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4300 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 2130 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 930 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2770 mm |