1987 Citroen CX vs. 1968 Ferrari Dino
To start off, 1987 Citroen CX is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Ferrari Dino. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Ferrari Dino would be higher. At 2,165 cc (4 cylinders), 1987 Citroen CX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Ferrari Dino (177 HP @ 8000 RPM) has 63 more horse power than 1987 Citroen CX. (114 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1968 Ferrari Dino should accelerate faster than 1987 Citroen CX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Citroen CX weights approximately 300 kg more than 1968 Ferrari Dino.
Because 1968 Ferrari Dino 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 Dino. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1987 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 Dino (187 Nm @ 6500 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Citroen CX. (177 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 1968 Ferrari Dino will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Citroen CX.
Compare all specifications:
1987 Citroen CX | 1968 Ferrari Dino | |
Make | Citroen | Ferrari |
Model | CX | Dino |
Year Released | 1987 | 1968 |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 2165 cc | 1987 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 114 HP | 177 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 8000 RPM |
Torque | 177 Nm | 187 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 85.5 mm | 57 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1440 kg | 1140 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4930 mm | 4150 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1070 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3100 mm | 2410 mm |