1987 Citroen BX vs. 1999 De Tomaso Guara
To start off, 1999 De Tomaso Guara is newer by 12 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 3,982 cc (8 cylinders), 1999 De Tomaso Guara is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 De Tomaso Guara (282 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 211 more horse power than 1987 Citroen BX. (71 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 De Tomaso Guara should accelerate faster than 1987 Citroen BX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 De Tomaso Guara weights approximately 245 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 1999 De Tomaso Guara 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 1999 De Tomaso Guara. 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, 1999 De Tomaso Guara (403 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 293 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Citroen BX. (110 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1999 De Tomaso Guara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Citroen BX.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Citroen BX | 1999 De Tomaso Guara | |
| Make | Citroen | De Tomaso |
| Model | BX | Guara |
| Year Released | 1987 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1358 cc | 3982 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 71 HP | 282 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 110 Nm | 403 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 930 kg | 1175 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 4200 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 2040 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1210 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2620 mm |
