1983 Citroen BX vs. 1989 Ferrari Mondial
To start off, 1989 Ferrari Mondial is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Citroen BX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Citroen BX would be higher. At 3,186 cc (8 cylinders), 1989 Ferrari Mondial is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Ferrari Mondial (267 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 195 more horse power than 1983 Citroen BX. (72 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1989 Ferrari Mondial should accelerate faster than 1983 Citroen BX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Ferrari Mondial weights approximately 571 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 1989 Ferrari Mondial 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 1989 Ferrari Mondial. 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, 1989 Ferrari Mondial (310 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 202 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Citroen BX. (108 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1989 Ferrari Mondial will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Citroen BX.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Citroen BX | 1989 Ferrari Mondial | |
| Make | Citroen | Ferrari |
| Model | BX | Mondial |
| Year Released | 1983 | 1989 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1358 cc | 3186 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 72 HP | 267 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 108 Nm | 310 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77 mm | 73.6 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.3:1 | 9.8:1 |
| 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 | 1470 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 4540 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1270 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2660 mm |
