1983 Citroen BX vs. 1965 Lamborghini 400
To start off, 1983 Citroen BX is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Lamborghini 400. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Lamborghini 400 would be higher. At 3,929 cc (12 cylinders), 1965 Lamborghini 400 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1965 Lamborghini 400 (320 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 248 more horse power than 1983 Citroen BX. (72 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1965 Lamborghini 400 should accelerate faster than 1983 Citroen BX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1965 Lamborghini 400 weights approximately 573 kg more than 1983 Citroen BX. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1965 Lamborghini 400 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 1965 Lamborghini 400. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1983 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, 1965 Lamborghini 400 (355 Nm @ 4700 RPM) has 247 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Citroen BX. (108 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1965 Lamborghini 400 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Citroen BX.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Citroen BX | 1965 Lamborghini 400 | |
| Make | Citroen | Lamborghini |
| Model | BX | 400 |
| Year Released | 1983 | 1965 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1358 cc | 3929 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 72 HP | 320 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 108 Nm | 355 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4700 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 82.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77 mm | 62 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.3:1 | 10.2:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 899 kg | 1472 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 4480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1260 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2560 mm |
