1983 Citroen BX vs. 1965 Mercedes-Benz W 110
To start off, 1983 Citroen BX is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Mercedes-Benz W 110. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Mercedes-Benz W 110 would be higher. At 1,895 cc (4 cylinders), 1965 Mercedes-Benz W 110 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1965 Mercedes-Benz W 110 (79 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 1983 Citroen BX. (72 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1965 Mercedes-Benz W 110 should accelerate faster than 1983 Citroen BX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1965 Mercedes-Benz W 110 weights approximately 486 kg more than 1983 Citroen BX. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1965 Mercedes-Benz W 110 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 1965 Mercedes-Benz W 110. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1983 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, 1965 Mercedes-Benz W 110 (142 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 34 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Citroen BX. (108 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1965 Mercedes-Benz W 110 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Citroen BX.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Citroen BX | 1965 Mercedes-Benz W 110 | |
| Make | Citroen | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | BX | W 110 |
| Year Released | 1983 | 1965 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1358 cc | 1895 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 72 HP | 79 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 108 Nm | 142 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.3:1 | 21.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 899 kg | 1385 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 4750 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1540 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2710 mm |
