1958 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 1985 Citroen BX
To start off, 1985 Citroen BX is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Chevrolet Corvette. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Chevrolet Corvette would be higher. At 4,637 cc (8 cylinders), 1958 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1958 Chevrolet Corvette (227 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 1985 Citroen BX. (200 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1958 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 1985 Citroen BX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1958 Chevrolet Corvette weights approximately 124 kg more than 1985 Citroen BX. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1985 Citroen BX is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1958 Chevrolet Corvette. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1985 Citroen BX will offer significantly more control. 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, 1958 Chevrolet Corvette (407 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 113 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Citroen BX. (294 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 1958 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Citroen BX.
Compare all specifications:
| 1958 Chevrolet Corvette | 1985 Citroen BX | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Citroen |
| Model | Corvette | BX |
| Year Released | 1958 | 1985 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4637 cc | 2141 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 227 HP | 200 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 407 Nm | 294 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1404 kg | 1280 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 4520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1840 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2660 mm |
