1986 Citroen Bx vs. 1988 Ferrari F1 88
To start off, 1988 Ferrari F1 88 is newer by 2 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 1,904 cc (4 cylinders), 1986 Citroen Bx is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Ferrari F1 88 (612 HP @ 12000 RPM) has 506 more horse power than 1986 Citroen Bx. (106 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1988 Ferrari F1 88 should accelerate faster than 1986 Citroen Bx. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Citroen Bx weights approximately 490 kg more than 1988 Ferrari F1 88.
Because 1988 Ferrari F1 88 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 1988 Ferrari F1 88. 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.
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1986 Citroen Bx | 1988 Ferrari F1 88 | |
Make | Citroen | Ferrari |
Model | Bx | F1 88 |
Year Released | 1986 | 1988 |
Engine Size | 1904 cc | 1496 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 106 HP | 612 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 12000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1030 kg | 540 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 4290 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 2130 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1010 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2810 mm |