1966 AC Cobra vs. 1988 Citroen BX
To start off, 1988 Citroen BX is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 AC Cobra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 AC Cobra would be higher. At 6,997 cc (8 cylinders), 1966 AC Cobra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1966 AC Cobra (410 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 348 more horse power than 1988 Citroen BX. (62 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1966 AC Cobra should accelerate faster than 1988 Citroen BX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1966 AC Cobra weights approximately 253 kg more than 1988 Citroen BX. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1966 AC Cobra 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 1966 AC Cobra. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1988 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, 1966 AC Cobra (651 Nm @ 3700 RPM) has 542 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Citroen BX. (109 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1966 AC Cobra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Citroen BX.
Compare all specifications:
| 1966 AC Cobra | 1988 Citroen BX | |
| Make | AC | Citroen |
| Model | Cobra | BX |
| Year Released | 1966 | 1988 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6997 cc | 1360 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 410 HP | 62 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 651 Nm | 109 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 107.7 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 96 mm | 77 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.5:1 | 9.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 266 km/hour | 155 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1147 kg | 894 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3970 mm | 4240 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2860 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 80 L |
