1983 Citroen BX vs. 2013 Porsche Cayenne
To start off, 2013 Porsche Cayenne is newer by 30 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 4,800 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 Porsche Cayenne is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Porsche Cayenne (542 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 480 more horse power than 1983 Citroen BX. (62 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Porsche Cayenne should accelerate faster than 1983 Citroen BX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Porsche Cayenne weights approximately 1355 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 2013 Porsche Cayenne 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, 2013 Porsche Cayenne 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, 2013 Porsche Cayenne (750 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 641 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Citroen BX. (109 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2013 Porsche Cayenne will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Citroen BX.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Citroen BX | 2013 Porsche Cayenne | |
| Make | Citroen | Porsche |
| Model | BX | Cayenne |
| Year Released | 1983 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1360 cc | 4800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 62 HP | 542 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 109 Nm | 750 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75.1 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.3:1 | 10.5 : 1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel / Electric Hybrid |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 890 kg | 2245 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 4796 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 2154 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1702 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2895 mm |
