1988 Citroen BX vs. 1984 De Tomaso Deauville
To start off, 1988 Citroen BX is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 De Tomaso Deauville. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 De Tomaso Deauville would be higher. At 5,763 cc (8 cylinders), 1984 De Tomaso Deauville is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 De Tomaso Deauville (296 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 206 more horse power than 1988 Citroen BX. (90 HP @ 4300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1984 De Tomaso Deauville should accelerate faster than 1988 Citroen BX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 De Tomaso Deauville weights approximately 878 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 1984 De Tomaso Deauville 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 1984 De Tomaso Deauville. 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, 1984 De Tomaso Deauville (450 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 269 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Citroen BX. (181 Nm @ 2100 RPM). This means 1984 De Tomaso Deauville will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Citroen BX. 1984 De Tomaso Deauville has automatic transmission and 1988 Citroen BX has manual transmission. 1988 Citroen BX will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1984 De Tomaso Deauville will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Citroen BX | 1984 De Tomaso Deauville | |
| Make | Citroen | De Tomaso |
| Model | BX | Deauville |
| Year Released | 1988 | 1984 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1749 cc | 5763 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 90 HP | 296 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 181 Nm | 450 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2100 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 101.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 88.9 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1062 kg | 1940 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 4890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2610 mm |
