1982 Citroen BX vs. 1995 Maserati Shamal
To start off, 1995 Maserati Shamal is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Citroen BX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Citroen BX would be higher. At 3,217 cc (8 cylinders), 1995 Maserati Shamal is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Maserati Shamal (321 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 250 more horse power than 1982 Citroen BX. (71 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Maserati Shamal should accelerate faster than 1982 Citroen BX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Maserati Shamal weights approximately 334 kg more than 1982 Citroen BX. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1995 Maserati Shamal 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 1995 Maserati Shamal. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1982 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, 1995 Maserati Shamal (444 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 322 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Citroen BX. (122 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1995 Maserati Shamal will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Citroen BX.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 Citroen BX | 1995 Maserati Shamal | |
| Make | Citroen | Maserati |
| Model | BX | Shamal |
| Year Released | 1982 | 1995 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1905 cc | 3217 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 71 HP | 321 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 122 Nm | 444 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 986 kg | 1320 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 4110 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1950 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2520 mm |
