1987 Citroen BX vs. 1987 Ferrari GTO
To start off, both 1987 Citroen BX and 1987 Ferrari GTO were released in the same year (1987). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,855 cc (8 cylinders), 1987 Ferrari GTO is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Ferrari GTO (270 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 110 more horse power than 1987 Citroen BX. (160 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1987 Ferrari GTO should accelerate faster than 1987 Citroen BX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Ferrari GTO weights approximately 152 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 1987 Ferrari GTO 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 Ferrari GTO. 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, 1987 Ferrari GTO (904 Nm) has 724 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Citroen BX. (180 Nm). This means 1987 Ferrari GTO will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Citroen BX.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Citroen BX | 1987 Ferrari GTO | |
| Make | Citroen | Ferrari |
| Model | BX | GTO |
| Year Released | 1987 | 1987 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1905 cc | 2855 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 160 HP | 270 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 180 Nm | 904 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 80.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 70.9 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.4:1 | 7.8:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1073 kg | 1225 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2360 mm |
