1991 Citroen BX vs. 1996 Ferrari F50
To start off, 1996 Ferrari F50 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Citroen BX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Citroen BX would be higher. At 4,698 cc (12 cylinders), 1996 Ferrari F50 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Ferrari F50 (750 HP @ 10500 RPM) has 676 more horse power than 1991 Citroen BX. (74 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Ferrari F50 should accelerate faster than 1991 Citroen BX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Ferrari F50 weights approximately 7 kg more than 1991 Citroen BX. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1996 Ferrari F50 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1996 Ferrari F50. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1991 Citroen BX, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 F50 (520 Nm) has 409 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Citroen BX. (111 Nm). This means 1996 Ferrari F50 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Citroen BX.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Citroen BX | 1996 Ferrari F50 | |
| Make | Citroen | Ferrari |
| Model | BX | F50 |
| Year Released | 1991 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1360 cc | 4698 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 5 valves |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 750 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 10500 RPM |
| Torque | 111 Nm | 520 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 75.1 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77 mm | 69 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 900 kg | 907 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 4490 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1990 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1100 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2590 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 43 L | 110 L |
