1985 Citroen BX vs. 1992 Ferrari 512 TR
To start off, 1992 Ferrari 512 TR is newer by 7 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 4,943 cc, 1992 Ferrari 512 TR is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Ferrari 512 TR (422 HP @ 6750 RPM) has 364 more horse power than 1985 Citroen BX. (58 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1992 Ferrari 512 TR should accelerate faster than 1985 Citroen BX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Ferrari 512 TR weights approximately 525 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 1992 Ferrari 512 TR 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 1992 Ferrari 512 TR. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1985 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, 1992 Ferrari 512 TR (501 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 391 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Citroen BX. (110 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1992 Ferrari 512 TR will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Citroen BX.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Citroen BX | 1992 Ferrari 512 TR | |
| Make | Citroen | Ferrari |
| Model | BX | 512 TR |
| Year Released | 1985 | 1992 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1761 cc | 4943 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 58 HP | 422 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6750 RPM |
| Torque | 110 Nm | 501 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 78 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.3:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | 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 | 990 kg | 1515 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 4490 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1950 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1140 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2460 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 110 L |
