1963 Cadillac DeVille vs. 1989 Citroen BX
To start off, 1989 Citroen BX is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Cadillac DeVille. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Cadillac DeVille would be higher. At 6,390 cc (8 cylinders), 1963 Cadillac DeVille is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1963 Cadillac DeVille (198 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 127 more horse power than 1989 Citroen BX. (71 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1963 Cadillac DeVille should accelerate faster than 1989 Citroen BX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1963 Cadillac DeVille weights approximately 1090 kg more than 1989 Citroen BX. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1963 Cadillac DeVille 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 1963 Cadillac DeVille. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1989 Citroen BX, 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, 1963 Cadillac DeVille (582 Nm) has 472 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Citroen BX. (110 Nm). This means 1963 Cadillac DeVille will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Citroen BX.
Compare all specifications:
| 1963 Cadillac DeVille | 1989 Citroen BX | |
| Make | Cadillac | Citroen |
| Model | DeVille | BX |
| Year Released | 1963 | 1989 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6390 cc | 1360 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 198 HP | 71 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 582 Nm | 110 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2020 kg | 930 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5680 mm | 4400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3300 mm | 2660 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 79 L | 66 L |
