1951 Buick 40 vs. 1986 Citroen BX
To start off, 1986 Citroen BX is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1951 Buick 40. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1951 Buick 40 would be higher. At 4,066 cc (8 cylinders), 1951 Buick 40 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Citroen BX (197 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 78 more horse power than 1951 Buick 40. (119 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1986 Citroen BX should accelerate faster than 1951 Buick 40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1951 Buick 40 weights approximately 355 kg more than 1986 Citroen BX.
Because 1986 Citroen BX is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1951 Buick 40. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1986 Citroen BX will offer significantly more control. 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, 1986 Citroen BX (294 Nm) has 2 more torque (in Nm) than 1951 Buick 40. (292 Nm). This means 1986 Citroen BX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1951 Buick 40.
Compare all specifications:
| 1951 Buick 40 | 1986 Citroen BX | |
| Make | Buick | Citroen |
| Model | 40 | BX |
| Year Released | 1951 | 1986 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4066 cc | 2139 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 119 HP | 197 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 292 Nm | 294 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 78.5 mm | 91.4 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 104.8 mm | 81.6 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1635 kg | 1280 kg |
| Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1680 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3090 mm | 2660 mm |
