1989 Citroen CX vs. 1953 Ferrari 250 Mille Miglia
To start off, 1989 Citroen CX is newer by 36 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1953 Ferrari 250 Mille Miglia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1953 Ferrari 250 Mille Miglia would be higher. At 2,951 cc (12 cylinders), 1953 Ferrari 250 Mille Miglia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1953 Ferrari 250 Mille Miglia (238 HP @ 7200 RPM) has 100 more horse power than 1989 Citroen CX. (138 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1953 Ferrari 250 Mille Miglia should accelerate faster than 1989 Citroen CX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Citroen CX weights approximately 380 kg more than 1953 Ferrari 250 Mille Miglia.
Because 1953 Ferrari 250 Mille Miglia 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 1953 Ferrari 250 Mille Miglia. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1989 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.
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1989 Citroen CX | 1953 Ferrari 250 Mille Miglia | |
Make | Citroen | Ferrari |
Model | CX | 250 Mille Miglia |
Year Released | 1989 | 1953 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2500 cc | 2951 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 138 HP | 238 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 7200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1420 kg | 1040 kg |
Wheelbase Size | 3100 mm | 2410 mm |