1988 Citroen BX vs. 1971 Maserati Bora
To start off, 1988 Citroen BX is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Maserati Bora. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Maserati Bora would be higher. At 4,718 cc (8 cylinders), 1971 Maserati Bora is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1971 Maserati Bora (306 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 216 more horse power than 1988 Citroen BX. (90 HP @ 4300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1971 Maserati Bora should accelerate faster than 1988 Citroen BX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Maserati Bora weights approximately 363 kg more than 1988 Citroen BX. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1971 Maserati Bora 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 1971 Maserati Bora. 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, 1971 Maserati Bora (470 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 289 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Citroen BX. (181 Nm @ 2100 RPM). This means 1971 Maserati Bora will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Citroen BX.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Citroen BX | 1971 Maserati Bora | |
| Make | Citroen | Maserati |
| Model | BX | Bora |
| Year Released | 1988 | 1971 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1749 cc | 4718 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 90 HP | 306 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 181 Nm | 470 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2100 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| 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 | 1425 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 4350 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1100 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2610 mm |
