1985 Citroen BX vs. 1993 Porsche 928
To start off, 1993 Porsche 928 is newer by 8 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 4,662 cc (8 cylinders), 1993 Porsche 928 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Porsche 928 (306 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 244 more horse power than 1985 Citroen BX. (62 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 Porsche 928 should accelerate faster than 1985 Citroen BX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Porsche 928 weights approximately 640 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 1993 Porsche 928 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 1993 Porsche 928. 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, 1993 Porsche 928 (408 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 299 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Citroen BX. (109 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1993 Porsche 928 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Citroen BX.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Citroen BX | 1993 Porsche 928 | |
| Make | Citroen | Porsche |
| Model | BX | 928 |
| Year Released | 1985 | 1993 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1359 cc | 4662 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 62 HP | 306 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5900 RPM |
| Torque | 109 Nm | 408 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 97 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77 mm | 78.9 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 890 kg | 1530 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 4450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1290 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2510 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 76 L |
