1984 Citroen BX vs. 1997 Porsche 911
To start off, 1997 Porsche 911 is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Citroen BX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Citroen BX would be higher. At 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 1997 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Porsche 911 (424 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 363 more horse power than 1984 Citroen BX. (61 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1984 Citroen BX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Porsche 911 weights approximately 405 kg more than 1984 Citroen BX. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1997 Porsche 911 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 1997 Porsche 911. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1984 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, 1997 Porsche 911 (530 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 421 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Citroen BX. (109 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1997 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Citroen BX.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Citroen BX | 1997 Porsche 911 | |
| Make | Citroen | Porsche |
| Model | BX | 911 |
| Year Released | 1984 | 1997 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1360 cc | 3600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 61 HP | 424 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 109 Nm | 530 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 155 km/hour | 335 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 890 kg | 1295 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 4270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2280 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 79 L |
