1990 Citroen BX vs. 1965 Ferrari 250 GTO
To start off, 1990 Citroen BX is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Ferrari 250 GTO. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Ferrari 250 GTO would be higher. At 2,952 cc (12 cylinders), 1965 Ferrari 250 GTO is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1965 Ferrari 250 GTO (296 HP @ 7500 RPM) has 173 more horse power than 1990 Citroen BX. (123 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1965 Ferrari 250 GTO should accelerate faster than 1990 Citroen BX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Citroen BX weights approximately 185 kg more than 1965 Ferrari 250 GTO.
Because 1990 Citroen BX is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1965 Ferrari 250 GTO. 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, 1965 Ferrari 250 GTO (294 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 121 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Citroen BX. (173 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1965 Ferrari 250 GTO will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Citroen BX.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Citroen BX | 1965 Ferrari 250 GTO | |
| Make | Citroen | Ferrari |
| Model | BX | 250 GTO |
| Year Released | 1990 | 1965 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 2952 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 296 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 7500 RPM |
| Torque | 173 Nm | 294 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 73 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 58.8 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.4:1 | 9.8:1 |
| Top Speed | 185 km/hour | 254 km/hour |
| 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 | 950 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 4410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1230 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2410 mm |
