1983 Citroen BX vs. 2012 BMW X5
To start off, 2012 BMW X5 is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Citroen BX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Citroen BX would be higher. At 4,400 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 BMW X5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 BMW X5 (555 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 493 more horse power than 1983 Citroen BX. (62 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 BMW X5 should accelerate faster than 1983 Citroen BX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 BMW X5 weights approximately 1545 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 2012 BMW X5 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1983 Citroen BX. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 BMW X5 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, 2012 BMW X5 (677 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 568 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Citroen BX. (109 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2012 BMW X5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Citroen BX. 2012 BMW X5 has automatic transmission and 1983 Citroen BX has manual transmission. 1983 Citroen BX will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 BMW X5 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Citroen BX | 2012 BMW X5 | |
| Make | Citroen | BMW |
| Model | BX | X5 |
| Year Released | 1983 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1360 cc | 4400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 62 HP | 555 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 109 Nm | 677 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 890 kg | 2435 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 4851 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1994 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1763 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2933 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 85 L |
