1984 Citroen BX vs. 1997 Maserati Shamal
To start off, 1997 Maserati Shamal is newer by 13 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 3,217 cc (8 cylinders), 1997 Maserati Shamal is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Maserati Shamal (321 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 260 more horse power than 1984 Citroen BX. (61 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Maserati Shamal should accelerate faster than 1984 Citroen BX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Maserati Shamal weights approximately 430 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 1997 Maserati Shamal 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 1997 Maserati Shamal. 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, 1997 Maserati Shamal (444 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 335 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Citroen BX. (109 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1997 Maserati Shamal will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Citroen BX.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Citroen BX | 1997 Maserati Shamal | |
| Make | Citroen | Maserati |
| Model | BX | Shamal |
| Year Released | 1984 | 1997 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1360 cc | 3217 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 61 HP | 321 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 109 Nm | 444 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 890 kg | 1320 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 4110 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1950 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2520 mm |
