1988 Citroen BX vs. 1999 Ferrari F50
To start off, 1999 Ferrari F50 is newer by 11 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 4,698 cc (12 cylinders), 1999 Ferrari F50 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Ferrari F50 (671 HP @ 10497 RPM) has 609 more horse power than 1988 Citroen BX. (62 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Ferrari F50 should accelerate faster than 1988 Citroen BX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Ferrari F50 weights approximately 106 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 1999 Ferrari F50 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 1999 Ferrari F50. 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, 1999 Ferrari F50 (521 Nm @ 8000 RPM) has 412 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Citroen BX. (109 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1999 Ferrari F50 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Citroen BX.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Citroen BX | 1999 Ferrari F50 | |
| Make | Citroen | Ferrari |
| Model | BX | F50 |
| Year Released | 1988 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1360 cc | 4698 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 5 valves |
| Horse Power | 62 HP | 671 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 10497 RPM |
| Torque | 109 Nm | 521 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 8000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77 mm | 69 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 155 km/hour | 371 km/hour |
| 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 | 1000 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 4490 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1990 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1130 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2590 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 84 L |
