1984 Citroen BX vs. 2012 Zenvo ST1
To start off, 2012 Zenvo ST1 is newer by 28 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 7,000 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Zenvo ST1 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Zenvo ST1 (1,104 HP @ 6900 RPM) has 1043 more horse power than 1984 Citroen BX. (61 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Zenvo ST1 should accelerate faster than 1984 Citroen BX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Zenvo ST1 weights approximately 486 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 2012 Zenvo ST1 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 2012 Zenvo ST1. 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, 2012 Zenvo ST1 (1,430 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 1321 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Citroen BX. (109 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2012 Zenvo ST1 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Citroen BX.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Citroen BX | 2012 Zenvo ST1 | |
| Make | Citroen | Zenvo |
| Model | BX | ST1 |
| Year Released | 1984 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1360 cc | 7000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 61 HP | 1104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6900 RPM |
| Torque | 109 Nm | 1430 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 155 km/hour | 375 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 | 1376 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 4665 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 2041 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1198 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 3055 mm |
