1984 Citroen BX vs. 1996 Ferrari F512 M
To start off, 1996 Ferrari F512 M is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Citroen BX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Citroen BX would be higher. At 7,255 cc (12 cylinders), 1996 Ferrari F512 M is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Ferrari F512 M (376 HP @ 8250 RPM) has 315 more horse power than 1984 Citroen BX. (61 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Ferrari F512 M should accelerate faster than 1984 Citroen BX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Ferrari F512 M weights approximately 625 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 1996 Ferrari F512 M 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 1996 Ferrari F512 M. 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, 1996 Ferrari F512 M (719 Nm) has 610 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Citroen BX. (109 Nm). This means 1996 Ferrari F512 M will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Citroen BX.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Citroen BX | 1996 Ferrari F512 M | |
| Make | Citroen | Ferrari |
| Model | BX | F512 M |
| Year Released | 1984 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1360 cc | 7255 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 61 HP | 376 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 8250 RPM |
| Torque | 109 Nm | 719 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77 mm | 78 mm |
| Top Speed | 155 km/hour | 320 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 890 kg | 1515 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 4490 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 2090 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1140 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2510 mm |
