1968 BMW 2800 vs. 1990 Citroen BX
To start off, 1990 Citroen BX is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 BMW 2800. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 BMW 2800 would be higher. At 2,786 cc (6 cylinders), 1968 BMW 2800 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 BMW 2800 (170 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 99 more horse power than 1990 Citroen BX. (71 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1968 BMW 2800 should accelerate faster than 1990 Citroen BX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 BMW 2800 weights approximately 360 kg more than 1990 Citroen BX. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1968 BMW 2800 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 BMW 2800. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1990 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 BMW 2800 (235 Nm @ 3700 RPM) has 125 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Citroen BX. (110 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1968 BMW 2800 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Citroen BX.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 BMW 2800 | 1990 Citroen BX | |
| Make | BMW | Citroen |
| Model | 2800 | BX |
| Year Released | 1968 | 1990 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2786 cc | 1360 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 170 HP | 71 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 235 Nm | 110 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 77 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 10.2:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1290 kg | 930 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4660 mm | 4400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2660 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 66 L |
