1985 Citroen BX vs. 2010 Ascari A10
To start off, 2010 Ascari A10 is newer by 25 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 4,941 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 Ascari A10 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Ascari A10 (625 HP @ 7500 RPM) has 425 more horse power than 1985 Citroen BX. (200 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Ascari A10 should accelerate faster than 1985 Citroen BX.
Because 1985 Citroen BX is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2010 Ascari A10. 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, 2010 Ascari A10 (560 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 266 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Citroen BX. (294 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2010 Ascari A10 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Citroen BX.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Citroen BX | 2010 Ascari A10 | |
| Make | Citroen | Ascari |
| Model | BX | A10 |
| Year Released | 1985 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 2141 cc | 4941 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 200 HP | 625 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 7500 RPM |
| Torque | 294 Nm | 560 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 7.0:1 | 11.0:1 |
| Top Speed | 217 km/hour | 346 km/hour |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 1280 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 4300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1852 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2636 mm |
