1990 Citroen BX vs. 1958 Maserati 450
To start off, 1990 Citroen BX is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Maserati 450. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Maserati 450 would be higher. At 4,478 cc (8 cylinders), 1958 Maserati 450 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1958 Maserati 450 (395 HP @ 7200 RPM) has 272 more horse power than 1990 Citroen BX. (123 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1958 Maserati 450 should accelerate faster than 1990 Citroen BX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Citroen BX weights approximately 345 kg more than 1958 Maserati 450.
Because 1990 Citroen BX is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1958 Maserati 450. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1990 Citroen BX will offer significantly more control. 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, 1958 Maserati 450 (487 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 314 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Citroen BX. (173 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1958 Maserati 450 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Citroen BX.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Citroen BX | 1958 Maserati 450 | |
| Make | Citroen | Maserati |
| Model | BX | 450 |
| Year Released | 1990 | 1958 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 4478 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 395 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 7200 RPM |
| Torque | 173 Nm | 487 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1135 kg | 790 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2410 mm |
