1984 Citroen BX vs. 2013 Audi A6
To start off, 2013 Audi A6 is newer by 29 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 2,995 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 Audi A6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Audi A6 (306 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 245 more horse power than 1984 Citroen BX. (61 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Audi A6 should accelerate faster than 1984 Citroen BX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Audi A6 weights approximately 945 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 2013 Audi A6 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1984 Citroen BX. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Audi A6 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 Audi A6 (441 Nm) has 332 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Citroen BX. (109 Nm). This means 2013 Audi A6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Citroen BX.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Citroen BX | 2013 Audi A6 | |
| Make | Citroen | Audi |
| Model | BX | A6 |
| Year Released | 1984 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1360 cc | 2995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | W |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 6 valves |
| Horse Power | 61 HP | 306 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 109 Nm | 441 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 84.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.3:1 | 10.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 155 km/hour | 210 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 890 kg | 1835 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 4925 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 2086 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1468 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2912 mm |
