1993 Citroen Bx vs. 1996 Ferrari 512 M
To start off, 1996 Ferrari 512 M is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Citroen Bx. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Citroen Bx would be higher. At 4,942 cc, 1996 Ferrari 512 M is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Ferrari 512 M (422 HP @ 6750 RPM) has 348 more horse power than 1993 Citroen Bx. (74 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Ferrari 512 M should accelerate faster than 1993 Citroen Bx. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Ferrari 512 M weights approximately 555 kg more than 1993 Citroen Bx. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1996 Ferrari 512 M 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 512 M. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1993 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 512 M (500 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 391 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Citroen Bx. (109 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1996 Ferrari 512 M will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Citroen Bx.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Citroen Bx | 1996 Ferrari 512 M | |
| Make | Citroen | Ferrari |
| Model | Bx | 512 M |
| Year Released | 1993 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1359 cc | 4942 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 422 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6750 RPM |
| Torque | 109 Nm | 500 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 5500 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 | 1455 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 4490 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1980 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1140 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2560 mm |
