1985 Citroen BX vs. 1989 Ferrari Mondial
To start off, 1989 Ferrari Mondial is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Citroen BX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Citroen BX would be higher. At 3,186 cc (8 cylinders), 1989 Ferrari Mondial is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Ferrari Mondial (267 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 67 more horse power than 1985 Citroen BX. (200 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1989 Ferrari Mondial should accelerate faster than 1985 Citroen BX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Ferrari Mondial weights approximately 256 kg more than 1985 Citroen BX. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1985 Citroen BX is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1989 Ferrari Mondial. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1985 Citroen BX will offer significantly more control. 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, 1989 Ferrari Mondial (323 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 29 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Citroen BX. (294 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 1989 Ferrari Mondial will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Citroen BX.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Citroen BX | 1989 Ferrari Mondial | |
| Make | Citroen | Ferrari |
| Model | BX | Mondial |
| Year Released | 1985 | 1989 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 2141 cc | 3186 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 200 HP | 267 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 294 Nm | 323 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 7.0:1 | 9.8:1 |
| Top Speed | 217 km/hour | 250 km/hour |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 1536 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 4540 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1800 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2660 mm |
