1987 Citroen BX vs. 2001 Panoz Esperante
To start off, 2001 Panoz Esperante is newer by 14 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 4,601 cc (8 cylinders), 2001 Panoz Esperante is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Panoz Esperante (317 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 157 more horse power than 1987 Citroen BX. (160 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Panoz Esperante should accelerate faster than 1987 Citroen BX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Panoz Esperante weights approximately 197 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 2001 Panoz Esperante 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 2001 Panoz Esperante. 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, 2001 Panoz Esperante (426 Nm @ 4750 RPM) has 246 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Citroen BX. (180 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2001 Panoz Esperante will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Citroen BX.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Citroen BX | 2001 Panoz Esperante | |
| Make | Citroen | Panoz |
| Model | BX | Esperante |
| Year Released | 1987 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1905 cc | 4601 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 160 HP | 317 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 180 Nm | 426 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 90 mm |
| Top Speed | 217 km/hour | 250 km/hour |
| 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 | 1270 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4250 mm | 4480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2700 mm |
