1988 Citroen BX vs. 1965 Ferrari 250 LM
To start off, 1988 Citroen BX is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Ferrari 250 LM. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Ferrari 250 LM would be higher. At 3,286 cc (12 cylinders), 1965 Ferrari 250 LM is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1965 Ferrari 250 LM (317 HP @ 7500 RPM) has 227 more horse power than 1988 Citroen BX. (90 HP @ 4300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1965 Ferrari 250 LM should accelerate faster than 1988 Citroen BX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Citroen BX weights approximately 212 kg more than 1965 Ferrari 250 LM.
Because 1965 Ferrari 250 LM 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 1965 Ferrari 250 LM. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1988 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, 1965 Ferrari 250 LM (313 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 132 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Citroen BX. (181 Nm @ 2100 RPM). This means 1965 Ferrari 250 LM will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Citroen BX.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Citroen BX | 1965 Ferrari 250 LM | |
| Make | Citroen | Ferrari |
| Model | BX | 250 LM |
| Year Released | 1988 | 1965 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1749 cc | 3286 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 90 HP | 317 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4300 RPM | 7500 RPM |
| Torque | 181 Nm | 313 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2100 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 77 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 58.8 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1062 kg | 850 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 4100 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1120 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2400 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 140 L |
