1990 Citroen BX vs. 1996 Ferrari F355
To start off, 1996 Ferrari F355 is newer by 6 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 3,496 cc (8 cylinders), 1996 Ferrari F355 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Ferrari F355 (376 HP @ 8250 RPM) has 253 more horse power than 1990 Citroen BX. (123 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Ferrari F355 should accelerate faster than 1990 Citroen BX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Ferrari F355 weights approximately 215 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 1996 Ferrari F355. 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, 1996 Ferrari F355 (363 Nm @ 6000 RPM) has 190 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Citroen BX. (173 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1996 Ferrari F355 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Citroen BX.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Citroen BX | 1996 Ferrari F355 | |
| Make | Citroen | Ferrari |
| Model | BX | F355 |
| Year Released | 1990 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 3496 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 376 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 8250 RPM |
| Torque | 173 Nm | 363 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 77 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.4:1 | 11.1:1 |
| 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 | 1350 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 4160 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1180 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2460 mm |
