1984 Citroen BX vs. 1972 Lamborghini Miura
To start off, 1984 Citroen BX is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Lamborghini Miura. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Lamborghini Miura would be higher. At 3,929 cc (12 cylinders), 1972 Lamborghini Miura is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Lamborghini Miura (435 HP @ 8500 RPM) has 374 more horse power than 1984 Citroen BX. (61 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1972 Lamborghini Miura should accelerate faster than 1984 Citroen BX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Lamborghini Miura weights approximately 10 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 1972 Lamborghini Miura 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 1972 Lamborghini Miura. 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, 1972 Lamborghini Miura (403 Nm @ 6500 RPM) has 294 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Citroen BX. (109 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1972 Lamborghini Miura will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Citroen BX.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Citroen BX | 1972 Lamborghini Miura | |
| Make | Citroen | Lamborghini |
| Model | BX | Miura |
| Year Released | 1984 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1360 cc | 3929 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 61 HP | 435 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 8500 RPM |
| Torque | 109 Nm | 403 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| 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 | 900 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 4400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1110 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2510 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 93 L |
