1990 Citroen CX vs. 2001 Spyker C8
To start off, 2001 Spyker C8 is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Citroen CX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Citroen CX would be higher. At 4,172 cc (8 cylinders), 2001 Spyker C8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Spyker C8 (395 HP @ 7500 RPM) has 293 more horse power than 1990 Citroen CX. (102 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Spyker C8 should accelerate faster than 1990 Citroen CX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Citroen CX weights approximately 80 kg more than 2001 Spyker C8.
Because 2001 Spyker C8 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 2001 Spyker C8. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1990 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, 2001 Spyker C8 (481 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 322 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Citroen CX. (159 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 2001 Spyker C8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Citroen CX.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Citroen CX | 2001 Spyker C8 | |
| Make | Citroen | Spyker |
| Model | CX | C8 |
| Year Released | 1990 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1985 cc | 4172 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 102 HP | 395 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 7500 RPM |
| Torque | 159 Nm | 481 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 84.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 85.5 mm | 93 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 175 km/hour | 300 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1230 kg | 1150 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4060 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1090 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2580 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 100 L |
