1992 Citroen BX vs. 2001 Maserati 3200 GT
To start off, 2001 Maserati 3200 GT is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Citroen BX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Citroen BX would be higher. At 3,217 cc (8 cylinders), 2001 Maserati 3200 GT is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Maserati 3200 GT (365 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 294 more horse power than 1992 Citroen BX. (71 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Maserati 3200 GT should accelerate faster than 1992 Citroen BX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Maserati 3200 GT weights approximately 610 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 2001 Maserati 3200 GT 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 2001 Maserati 3200 GT. 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, 2001 Maserati 3200 GT (491 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 380 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Citroen BX. (111 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2001 Maserati 3200 GT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Citroen BX.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Citroen BX | 2001 Maserati 3200 GT | |
| Make | Citroen | Maserati |
| Model | BX | 3200 GT |
| Year Released | 1992 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1360 cc | 3217 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 71 HP | 365 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6250 RPM |
| Torque | 111 Nm | 491 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 80.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77 mm | 80 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 930 kg | 1540 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 4520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2670 mm |
