1985 Citroen BX vs. 1964 Wartburg 311
To start off, 1985 Citroen BX is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1964 Wartburg 311. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1964 Wartburg 311 would be higher. At 1,761 cc (4 cylinders), 1985 Citroen BX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Citroen BX (58 HP) has 9 more horse power than 1964 Wartburg 311. (49 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1985 Citroen BX should accelerate faster than 1964 Wartburg 311. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Citroen BX weights approximately 20 kg more than 1964 Wartburg 311. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1985 Citroen BX (110 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 12 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Wartburg 311. (98 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1985 Citroen BX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 Wartburg 311.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Citroen BX | 1964 Wartburg 311 | |
| Make | Citroen | Wartburg |
| Model | BX | 311 |
| Year Released | 1985 | 1964 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1761 cc | 992 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 58 HP | 49 HP |
| Torque | 110 Nm | 98 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 73.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 78 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.3:1 | 7.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 990 kg | 970 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 4310 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2460 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 43 L |
