1987 Citroen CX vs. 2009 Ferrari 456M
To start off, 2009 Ferrari 456M is newer by 22 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 5,474 cc (12 cylinders), 2009 Ferrari 456M is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Ferrari 456M (436 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 322 more horse power than 1987 Citroen CX. (114 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ferrari 456M should accelerate faster than 1987 Citroen CX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Ferrari 456M weights approximately 250 kg more than 1987 Citroen CX. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Ferrari 456M 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 2009 Ferrari 456M. 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, 2009 Ferrari 456M (550 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 373 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Citroen CX. (177 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 2009 Ferrari 456M will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Citroen CX.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Citroen CX | 2009 Ferrari 456M | |
| Make | Citroen | Ferrari |
| Model | CX | 456M |
| Year Released | 1987 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2165 cc | 5474 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 436 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6250 RPM |
| Torque | 177 Nm | 550 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 88.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 85.5 mm | 75 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1440 kg | 1690 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4930 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1930 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3100 mm | 2610 mm |
