1986 Citroen Bx vs. 1995 Ferrari 512 M
To start off, 1995 Ferrari 512 M is newer by 9 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 4,942 cc, 1995 Ferrari 512 M is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Ferrari 512 M (435 HP @ 6750 RPM) has 329 more horse power than 1986 Citroen Bx. (106 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Ferrari 512 M should accelerate faster than 1986 Citroen Bx. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Ferrari 512 M weights approximately 555 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 1995 Ferrari 512 M 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 1995 Ferrari 512 M. 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, 1995 Ferrari 512 M (510 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 347 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Citroen Bx. (163 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1995 Ferrari 512 M will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Citroen Bx.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Citroen Bx | 1995 Ferrari 512 M | |
| Make | Citroen | Ferrari |
| Model | Bx | 512 M |
| Year Released | 1986 | 1995 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1904 cc | 4942 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 106 HP | 435 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6750 RPM |
| Torque | 163 Nm | 510 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | 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 | 1030 kg | 1585 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 4490 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1980 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1140 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2560 mm |
