1989 Aston Martin V8 Vantage vs. 1988 Citroen BX
To start off, 1989 Aston Martin V8 Vantage is newer by 1 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 5,340 cc (8 cylinders), 1989 Aston Martin V8 Vantage is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Aston Martin V8 Vantage (402 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 313 more horse power than 1988 Citroen BX. (89 HP @ 4300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Aston Martin V8 Vantage should accelerate faster than 1988 Citroen BX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Aston Martin V8 Vantage weights approximately 758 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 1989 Aston Martin V8 Vantage 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 1989 Aston Martin V8 Vantage. 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, 1989 Aston Martin V8 Vantage (550 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 365 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Citroen BX. (185 Nm @ 2100 RPM). This means 1989 Aston Martin V8 Vantage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Citroen BX.
Compare all specifications:
1989 Aston Martin V8 Vantage | 1988 Citroen BX | |
Make | Aston Martin | Citroen |
Model | V8 Vantage | BX |
Year Released | 1989 | 1988 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5340 cc | 1769 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 402 HP | 89 HP |
Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 4300 RPM |
Torque | 550 Nm | 185 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 2100 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Top Speed | 270 km/hour | 169 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1820 kg | 1062 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 4410 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2550 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 97 L | 66 L |