1988 Citroen CX vs. 1967 Ferrari Dino
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 Dino. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Ferrari Dino would be higher. At 2,500 cc (4 cylinders), 1988 Citroen CX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1967 Ferrari Dino (177 HP @ 8000 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 1988 Citroen CX. (137 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1967 Ferrari Dino should accelerate faster than 1988 Citroen CX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Citroen CX weights approximately 380 kg more than 1967 Ferrari Dino.
Because 1967 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 1967 Ferrari Dino. 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, 1988 Citroen CX (206 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 19 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Ferrari Dino. (187 Nm @ 6500 RPM). This means 1988 Citroen CX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Ferrari Dino.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Citroen CX | 1967 Ferrari Dino | |
| Make | Citroen | Ferrari |
| Model | CX | Dino |
| Year Released | 1988 | 1967 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 2500 cc | 1987 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 137 HP | 177 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 8000 RPM |
| Torque | 206 Nm | 187 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.7:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1420 kg | 1040 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 4150 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1070 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3100 mm | 2350 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 65 L |
