1983 Citroen BX vs. 1982 Maserati 420
To start off, 1983 Citroen BX is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Maserati 420. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Maserati 420 would be higher. At 2,490 cc (6 cylinders), 1982 Maserati 420 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1982 Maserati 420 (197 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 135 more horse power than 1983 Citroen BX. (62 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1982 Maserati 420 should accelerate faster than 1983 Citroen BX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 Maserati 420 weights approximately 290 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 1982 Maserati 420 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 1982 Maserati 420. 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, 1982 Maserati 420 (308 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 199 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Citroen BX. (109 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1982 Maserati 420 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Citroen BX.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Citroen BX | 1982 Maserati 420 | |
| Make | Citroen | Maserati |
| Model | BX | 420 |
| Year Released | 1983 | 1982 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1360 cc | 2490 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 62 HP | 197 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 109 Nm | 308 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 890 kg | 1180 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 4410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2610 mm |
