1988 Citroen CX vs. 1970 De Tomaso Pantera
To start off, 1988 Citroen CX is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 De Tomaso Pantera. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 De Tomaso Pantera would be higher. At 5,766 cc (8 cylinders), 1970 De Tomaso Pantera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 De Tomaso Pantera (350 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 236 more horse power than 1988 Citroen CX. (114 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1970 De Tomaso Pantera should accelerate faster than 1988 Citroen CX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Citroen CX weights approximately 58 kg more than 1970 De Tomaso Pantera.
Because 1970 De Tomaso Pantera 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 1970 De Tomaso Pantera. 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, 1970 De Tomaso Pantera (491 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 314 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Citroen CX. (177 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 1970 De Tomaso Pantera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Citroen CX.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Citroen CX | 1970 De Tomaso Pantera | |
| Make | Citroen | De Tomaso |
| Model | CX | Pantera |
| Year Released | 1988 | 1970 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 2165 cc | 5766 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 350 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 177 Nm | 491 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 101.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 85.5 mm | 88.9 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1440 kg | 1382 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4930 mm | 4260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1110 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3100 mm | 2520 mm |
