1989 Citroen CX vs. 2003 Ferrari 360
To start off, 2003 Ferrari 360 is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Citroen CX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Citroen CX would be higher. At 3,586 cc (8 cylinders), 2003 Ferrari 360 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Ferrari 360 (420 HP @ 8500 RPM) has 282 more horse power than 1989 Citroen CX. (138 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Ferrari 360 should accelerate faster than 1989 Citroen CX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Citroen CX weights approximately 145 kg more than 2003 Ferrari 360.
Because 2003 Ferrari 360 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 2003 Ferrari 360. 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. Let's talk about torque, 2003 Ferrari 360 (374 Nm @ 4750 RPM) has 168 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Citroen CX. (206 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2003 Ferrari 360 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Citroen CX.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Citroen CX | 2003 Ferrari 360 | |
| Make | Citroen | Ferrari |
| Model | CX | 360 |
| Year Released | 1989 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 2500 cc | 3586 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 5 valves |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 420 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 8500 RPM |
| Torque | 206 Nm | 374 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 79 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1420 kg | 1275 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 4480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1930 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1220 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3100 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 95 L |
