1983 Citroen BX vs. 2012 Infiniti M
To start off, 2012 Infiniti M 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 5,600 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Infiniti M is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Infiniti M (420 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 358 more horse power than 1983 Citroen BX. (62 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Infiniti M should accelerate faster than 1983 Citroen BX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Infiniti M weights approximately 1027 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 Infiniti M 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 Infiniti M 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 Infiniti M (565 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 456 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Citroen BX. (109 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2012 Infiniti M will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Citroen BX. 2012 Infiniti M 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 Infiniti M will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Citroen BX | 2012 Infiniti M | |
| Make | Citroen | Infiniti |
| Model | BX | M |
| Year Released | 1983 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1360 cc | 5600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 62 HP | 420 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 109 Nm | 565 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 7-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 890 kg | 1917 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 4945 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1844 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1514 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2901 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 76 L |
