1988 Citroen BX vs. 1997 Porsche Boxster
To start off, 1997 Porsche Boxster 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 2,480 cc (6 cylinders), 1997 Porsche Boxster is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Porsche Boxster (201 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 139 more horse power than 1988 Citroen BX. (62 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Porsche Boxster should accelerate faster than 1988 Citroen BX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Porsche Boxster weights approximately 356 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 Porsche Boxster 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 Porsche Boxster. 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 Porsche Boxster (245 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 136 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Citroen BX. (109 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1997 Porsche Boxster will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Citroen BX.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Citroen BX | 1997 Porsche Boxster | |
| Make | Citroen | Porsche |
| Model | BX | Boxster |
| Year Released | 1988 | 1997 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1360 cc | 2480 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 62 HP | 201 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 109 Nm | 245 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 85.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77 mm | 72 mm |
| 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 | 1250 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 4320 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2360 mm |
