1988 Citroen CX vs. 1974 Ferrari 308
To start off, 1988 Citroen CX is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Ferrari 308. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Ferrari 308 would be higher. At 2,926 cc (8 cylinders), 1974 Ferrari 308 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1974 Ferrari 308 (247 HP @ 7700 RPM) has 110 more horse power than 1988 Citroen CX. (137 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1974 Ferrari 308 should accelerate faster than 1988 Citroen CX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Citroen CX weights approximately 55 kg more than 1974 Ferrari 308.
Because 1974 Ferrari 308 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 1974 Ferrari 308. 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, 1974 Ferrari 308 (290 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 84 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Citroen CX. (206 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1974 Ferrari 308 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Citroen CX.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Citroen CX | 1974 Ferrari 308 | |
| Make | Citroen | Ferrari |
| Model | CX | 308 |
| Year Released | 1988 | 1974 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 2500 cc | 2926 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 137 HP | 247 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 7700 RPM |
| Torque | 206 Nm | 290 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1420 kg | 1365 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 4310 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1220 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3100 mm | 2560 mm |
