1992 Citroen BX vs. 1968 Ford GT 40
To start off, 1992 Citroen BX is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Ford GT 40. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Ford GT 40 would be higher. At 4,948 cc (8 cylinders), 1968 Ford GT 40 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Ford GT 40 (424 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 350 more horse power than 1992 Citroen BX. (74 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1968 Ford GT 40 should accelerate faster than 1992 Citroen BX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Ford GT 40 weights approximately 60 kg more than 1992 Citroen BX. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1968 Ford GT 40 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 1968 Ford GT 40. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1992 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, 1968 Ford GT 40 (637 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 526 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Citroen BX. (111 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1968 Ford GT 40 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Citroen BX.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Citroen BX | 1968 Ford GT 40 | |
| Make | Citroen | Ford |
| Model | BX | GT 40 |
| Year Released | 1992 | 1968 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1360 cc | 4948 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 424 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 111 Nm | 637 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 10.5:1 |
| 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 | 960 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 4350 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 980 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2420 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 43 L | 125 L |
