1988 Citroen CX vs. 1967 Ferrari 330
To start off, 1988 Citroen CX is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Ferrari 330. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Ferrari 330 would be higher. At 3,967 cc (12 cylinders), 1967 Ferrari 330 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1967 Ferrari 330 (296 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 182 more horse power than 1988 Citroen CX. (114 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1967 Ferrari 330 should accelerate faster than 1988 Citroen CX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1967 Ferrari 330 weights approximately 185 kg more than 1988 Citroen CX. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1967 Ferrari 330 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 1967 Ferrari 330. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1988 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, 1967 Ferrari 330 (390 Nm) has 213 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Citroen CX. (177 Nm). This means 1967 Ferrari 330 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Citroen CX.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Citroen CX | 1967 Ferrari 330 | |
| Make | Citroen | Ferrari |
| Model | CX | 330 |
| Year Released | 1988 | 1967 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2165 cc | 3967 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 296 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 177 Nm | 390 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 88 mm | 77 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 89 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 | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1248 kg | 1433 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4510 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2400 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 90 L |
