1987 Citroen BX vs. 1992 Maserati Ghibli
To start off, 1992 Maserati Ghibli is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Citroen BX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Citroen BX would be higher. At 1,994 cc (6 cylinders), 1992 Maserati Ghibli is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Maserati Ghibli (302 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 142 more horse power than 1987 Citroen BX. (160 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1992 Maserati Ghibli should accelerate faster than 1987 Citroen BX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Maserati Ghibli weights approximately 292 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 1992 Maserati Ghibli 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 1992 Maserati Ghibli. 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, 1992 Maserati Ghibli (334 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 154 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Citroen BX. (180 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1992 Maserati Ghibli will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Citroen BX.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Citroen BX | 1992 Maserati Ghibli | |
| Make | Citroen | Maserati |
| Model | BX | Ghibli |
| Year Released | 1987 | 1992 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1905 cc | 1994 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 160 HP | 302 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6250 RPM |
| Torque | 180 Nm | 334 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1073 kg | 1365 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4250 mm | 4230 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2520 mm |
