1991 Citroen BX vs. 2011 Pagani Zonda
To start off, 2011 Pagani Zonda is newer by 20 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 7,300 cc (12 cylinders), 2011 Pagani Zonda is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Pagani Zonda (547 HP @ 6150 RPM) has 473 more horse power than 1991 Citroen BX. (74 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Pagani Zonda should accelerate faster than 1991 Citroen BX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Pagani Zonda weights approximately 330 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 2011 Pagani Zonda 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 2011 Pagani Zonda. 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, 2011 Pagani Zonda (759 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 648 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Citroen BX. (111 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2011 Pagani Zonda will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Citroen BX.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Citroen BX | 2011 Pagani Zonda | |
| Make | Citroen | Pagani |
| Model | BX | Zonda |
| Year Released | 1991 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1360 cc | 7300 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 547 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6150 RPM |
| Torque | 111 Nm | 759 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| 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 | 1230 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 4435 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 2055 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1141 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2730 mm |
