1988 Citroen BX vs. 1992 Ferrari 456
To start off, 1992 Ferrari 456 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Citroen BX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Citroen BX would be higher. At 5,474 cc (12 cylinders), 1992 Ferrari 456 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Ferrari 456 (435 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 346 more horse power than 1988 Citroen BX. (89 HP @ 4300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1992 Ferrari 456 should accelerate faster than 1988 Citroen BX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Ferrari 456 weights approximately 633 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 1992 Ferrari 456 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 1992 Ferrari 456. 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, 1992 Ferrari 456 (550 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 365 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Citroen BX. (185 Nm @ 2100 RPM). This means 1992 Ferrari 456 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Citroen BX.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Citroen BX | 1992 Ferrari 456 | |
| Make | Citroen | Ferrari |
| Model | BX | 456 |
| Year Released | 1988 | 1992 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1769 cc | 5474 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 435 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4300 RPM | 6250 RPM |
| Torque | 185 Nm | 550 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2100 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 169 km/hour | 300 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 11.5 seconds | 5.2 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1062 kg | 1695 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 4740 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1930 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 110 L |
