1986 Citroen BX vs. 1987 Maserati 420
To start off, 1987 Maserati 420 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Citroen BX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Citroen BX would be higher. At 1,994 cc (6 cylinders), 1987 Maserati 420 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Maserati 420 (217 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 111 more horse power than 1986 Citroen BX. (106 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1987 Maserati 420 should accelerate faster than 1986 Citroen BX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Maserati 420 weights approximately 140 kg more than 1986 Citroen BX. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1987 Maserati 420 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 1987 Maserati 420. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1986 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, 1987 Maserati 420 (258 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 93 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Citroen BX. (165 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1987 Maserati 420 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Citroen BX.
Compare all specifications:
1986 Citroen BX | 1987 Maserati 420 | |
Make | Citroen | Maserati |
Model | BX | 420 |
Year Released | 1986 | 1987 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1905 cc | 1994 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 3 valves |
Horse Power | 106 HP | 217 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6250 RPM |
Torque | 165 Nm | 258 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1035 kg | 1175 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 4410 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1320 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2610 mm |