1986 Citroen BX vs. 1996 Ferrari F355
To start off, 1996 Ferrari F355 is newer by 10 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 3,496 cc (8 cylinders), 1996 Ferrari F355 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Ferrari F355 (380 HP @ 8250 RPM) has 183 more horse power than 1986 Citroen BX. (197 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Ferrari F355 should accelerate faster than 1986 Citroen BX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Ferrari F355 weights approximately 490 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 1986 Citroen BX is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1996 Ferrari F355. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1986 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, 1996 Ferrari F355 (364 Nm) has 70 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Citroen BX. (294 Nm). This means 1996 Ferrari F355 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Citroen BX.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Citroen BX | 1996 Ferrari F355 | |
| Make | Citroen | Ferrari |
| Model | BX | F355 |
| Year Released | 1986 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 2139 cc | 3496 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 197 HP | 380 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 8250 RPM |
| Torque | 294 Nm | 364 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 91.4 mm | 85.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81.6 mm | 77 mm |
| 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 | 1770 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 4260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1180 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2460 mm |
