1962 Cadillac DeVille vs. 1990 Citroen BX
To start off, 1990 Citroen BX is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 Cadillac DeVille. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 Cadillac DeVille would be higher. At 6,389 cc (8 cylinders), 1962 Cadillac DeVille is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1962 Cadillac DeVille (208 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 85 more horse power than 1990 Citroen BX. (123 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1962 Cadillac DeVille should accelerate faster than 1990 Citroen BX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1962 Cadillac DeVille weights approximately 950 kg more than 1990 Citroen BX. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1990 Citroen BX is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1962 Cadillac DeVille. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1990 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, 1962 Cadillac DeVille (590 Nm) has 417 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Citroen BX. (173 Nm). This means 1962 Cadillac DeVille will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Citroen BX.
Compare all specifications:
| 1962 Cadillac DeVille | 1990 Citroen BX | |
| Make | Cadillac | Citroen |
| Model | DeVille | BX |
| Year Released | 1962 | 1990 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6389 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 208 HP | 123 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 590 Nm | 173 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 98.4 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 8.4:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2085 kg | 1135 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5650 mm | 4240 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3300 mm | 2660 mm |
