1985 Citroen BX vs. 1972 Porsche 911
To start off, 1985 Citroen BX is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Porsche 911. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Porsche 911 would be higher. At 2,339 cc (6 cylinders), 1972 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Porsche 911 (165 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 107 more horse power than 1985 Citroen BX. (58 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1972 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1985 Citroen BX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Porsche 911 weights approximately 87 kg more than 1985 Citroen BX. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1972 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 1972 Porsche 911. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1985 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, 1972 Porsche 911 (206 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 96 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Citroen BX. (110 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1972 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Citroen BX.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Citroen BX | 1972 Porsche 911 | |
| Make | Citroen | Porsche |
| Model | BX | 911 |
| Year Released | 1985 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1761 cc | 2339 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 58 HP | 165 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 110 Nm | 206 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 70.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.3:1 | 8.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 990 kg | 1077 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 4150 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2270 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 80 L |
