1984 Citroen BX vs. 1958 Ferrari 250 GT
To start off, 1984 Citroen BX is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Ferrari 250 GT. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Ferrari 250 GT would be higher. At 2,953 cc (12 cylinders), 1958 Ferrari 250 GT is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1958 Ferrari 250 GT (260 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 199 more horse power than 1984 Citroen BX. (61 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1958 Ferrari 250 GT should accelerate faster than 1984 Citroen BX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1958 Ferrari 250 GT weights approximately 425 kg more than 1984 Citroen BX. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1958 Ferrari 250 GT 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 1958 Ferrari 250 GT. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1984 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, 1958 Ferrari 250 GT (314 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 205 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Citroen BX. (109 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1958 Ferrari 250 GT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Citroen BX.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Citroen BX | 1958 Ferrari 250 GT | |
| Make | Citroen | Ferrari |
| Model | BX | 250 GT |
| Year Released | 1984 | 1958 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1360 cc | 2953 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 61 HP | 260 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 109 Nm | 314 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 73 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77 mm | 58.8 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.3:1 | 9.2:1 |
| Top Speed | 155 km/hour | 203 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 890 kg | 1315 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 4400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 100 L |
