1990 Citroen BX vs. 1985 Ferrari 208
To start off, 1990 Citroen BX is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Ferrari 208. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Ferrari 208 would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1990 Citroen BX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Ferrari 208 (217 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 94 more horse power than 1990 Citroen BX. (123 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1985 Ferrari 208 should accelerate faster than 1990 Citroen BX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Ferrari 208 weights approximately 150 kg more than 1990 Citroen BX. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1990 Citroen BX is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1985 Ferrari 208. 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, 1985 Ferrari 208 (240 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 67 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Citroen BX. (173 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1985 Ferrari 208 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Citroen BX.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Citroen BX | 1985 Ferrari 208 | |
| Make | Citroen | Ferrari |
| Model | BX | 208 |
| Year Released | 1990 | 1985 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1990 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 217 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 173 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.4:1 | 7.6:1 |
| 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 | 1285 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 4240 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1130 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2350 mm |
