1988 Citroen BX vs. 1997 Dodge Viper
To start off, 1997 Dodge Viper is newer by 9 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 7,990 cc (10 cylinders), 1997 Dodge Viper is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Dodge Viper (376 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 314 more horse power than 1988 Citroen BX. (62 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Dodge Viper should accelerate faster than 1988 Citroen BX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Dodge Viper weights approximately 671 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 1997 Dodge Viper 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 1997 Dodge Viper. 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, 1997 Dodge Viper (620 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 511 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Citroen BX. (109 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1997 Dodge Viper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Citroen BX.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Citroen BX | 1997 Dodge Viper | |
| Make | Citroen | Dodge |
| Model | BX | Viper |
| Year Released | 1988 | 1997 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1360 cc | 7990 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 10 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 62 HP | 376 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 109 Nm | 620 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 894 kg | 1565 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 4500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1990 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1210 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2520 mm |
