1982 Citroen BX vs. 1982 Mercedes-Benz 380
To start off, both 1982 Citroen BX and 1982 Mercedes-Benz 380 were released in the same year (1982). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,839 cc (8 cylinders), 1982 Mercedes-Benz 380 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1982 Mercedes-Benz 380 (204 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 133 more horse power than 1982 Citroen BX. (71 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1982 Mercedes-Benz 380 should accelerate faster than 1982 Citroen BX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 Mercedes-Benz 380 weights approximately 624 kg more than 1982 Citroen BX. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1982 Mercedes-Benz 380 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 1982 Mercedes-Benz 380. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1982 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, 1982 Mercedes-Benz 380 (315 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 193 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Citroen BX. (122 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1982 Mercedes-Benz 380 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Citroen BX. 1982 Mercedes-Benz 380 has automatic transmission and 1982 Citroen BX has manual transmission. 1982 Citroen BX will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1982 Mercedes-Benz 380 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 Citroen BX | 1982 Mercedes-Benz 380 | |
| Make | Citroen | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | BX | 380 |
| Year Released | 1982 | 1982 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1905 cc | 3839 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 71 HP | 204 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 122 Nm | 315 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3250 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 23.0:1 | 9.4:1 |
| Top Speed | 164 km/hour | 204 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 986 kg | 1610 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 4920 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2860 mm |
