1980 BMW 628 vs. 1990 Citroen BX
To start off, 1990 Citroen BX is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 BMW 628. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 BMW 628 would be higher. At 2,787 cc (6 cylinders), 1980 BMW 628 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 BMW 628 (181 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 58 more horse power than 1990 Citroen BX. (123 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1980 BMW 628 should accelerate faster than 1990 Citroen BX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 BMW 628 weights approximately 335 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 1990 Citroen BX is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1980 BMW 628. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1990 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, 1980 BMW 628 (240 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 67 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Citroen BX. (173 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1980 BMW 628 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Citroen BX.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 BMW 628 | 1990 Citroen BX | |
| Make | BMW | Citroen |
| Model | 628 | BX |
| Year Released | 1980 | 1990 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2787 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 181 HP | 123 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 240 Nm | 173 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.3:1 | 8.4:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1470 kg | 1135 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 4240 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2660 mm |
