1985 Citroen BX vs. 1987 Porsche 911
To start off, 1987 Porsche 911 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Citroen BX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Citroen BX would be higher. At 3,164 cc (6 cylinders), 1987 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Porsche 911 (228 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 166 more horse power than 1985 Citroen BX. (62 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1987 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1985 Citroen BX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Porsche 911 weights approximately 320 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 1987 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 1987 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, 1987 Porsche 911 (286 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 177 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Citroen BX. (109 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1987 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 | 1987 Porsche 911 | |
Make | Citroen | Porsche |
Model | BX | 911 |
Year Released | 1985 | 1987 |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 1359 cc | 3164 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 62 HP | 228 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5900 RPM |
Torque | 109 Nm | 286 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 95 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 77 mm | 74.4 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 890 kg | 1210 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 4300 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1660 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1330 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2270 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.9 L/100km | 9.3 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 80 L |