1987 Citroen CX vs. 1990 Maserati 420
To start off, 1990 Maserati 420 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Citroen CX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Citroen CX would be higher. At 2,165 cc (4 cylinders), 1987 Citroen CX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Maserati 420 (217 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 103 more horse power than 1987 Citroen CX. (114 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1990 Maserati 420 should accelerate faster than 1987 Citroen CX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Citroen CX weights approximately 265 kg more than 1990 Maserati 420.
Because 1990 Maserati 420 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 1990 Maserati 420. 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, 1990 Maserati 420 (258 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 81 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Citroen CX. (177 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 1990 Maserati 420 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Citroen CX.
Compare all specifications:
1987 Citroen CX | 1990 Maserati 420 | |
Make | Citroen | Maserati |
Model | CX | 420 |
Year Released | 1987 | 1990 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2165 cc | 1996 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 3 valves |
Horse Power | 114 HP | 217 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6250 RPM |
Torque | 177 Nm | 258 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1440 kg | 1175 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4930 mm | 4410 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1320 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3100 mm | 2610 mm |