1990 Citroen BX vs. 1992 Lamborghini Diablo
To start off, 1992 Lamborghini Diablo is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Citroen BX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Citroen BX would be higher. At 5,707 cc (12 cylinders), 1992 Lamborghini Diablo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Lamborghini Diablo (485 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 362 more horse power than 1990 Citroen BX. (123 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1992 Lamborghini Diablo should accelerate faster than 1990 Citroen BX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Lamborghini Diablo weights approximately 465 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 1992 Lamborghini Diablo. 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, 1992 Lamborghini Diablo (580 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 407 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Citroen BX. (173 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1992 Lamborghini Diablo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Citroen BX.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Citroen BX | 1992 Lamborghini Diablo | |
| Make | Citroen | Lamborghini |
| Model | BX | Diablo |
| Year Released | 1990 | 1992 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 5707 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 485 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 173 Nm | 580 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 87 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.4:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Top Speed | 185 km/hour | 325 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 | 1600 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 2050 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1110 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2660 mm |
