1987 Citroen BX vs. 1957 Ferrari 250 GT
To start off, 1987 Citroen BX is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Ferrari 250 GT. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Ferrari 250 GT would be higher. At 2,953 cc (12 cylinders), 1957 Ferrari 250 GT is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1957 Ferrari 250 GT (280 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 120 more horse power than 1987 Citroen BX. (160 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1957 Ferrari 250 GT should accelerate faster than 1987 Citroen BX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1957 Ferrari 250 GT weights approximately 107 kg more than 1987 Citroen BX. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1957 Ferrari 250 GT 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 1957 Ferrari 250 GT. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1987 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, 1957 Ferrari 250 GT (260 Nm @ 6000 RPM) has 80 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Citroen BX. (180 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1957 Ferrari 250 GT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Citroen BX.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Citroen BX | 1957 Ferrari 250 GT | |
| Make | Citroen | Ferrari |
| Model | BX | 250 GT |
| Year Released | 1987 | 1957 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1905 cc | 2953 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 160 HP | 280 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 180 Nm | 260 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 73 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 58.8 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.4:1 | 9.2:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1073 kg | 1180 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4250 mm | 4320 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2610 mm |
