1985 Citroen BX vs. 1995 Porsche 968
To start off, 1995 Porsche 968 is newer by 10 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 2,990 cc (4 cylinders), 1995 Porsche 968 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Porsche 968 (302 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 102 more horse power than 1985 Citroen BX. (200 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Porsche 968 should accelerate faster than 1985 Citroen BX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Porsche 968 weights approximately 20 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 1985 Citroen BX is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1995 Porsche 968. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1985 Citroen BX 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, 1995 Porsche 968 (500 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 206 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Citroen BX. (294 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 1995 Porsche 968 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Citroen BX.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Citroen BX | 1995 Porsche 968 | |
| Make | Citroen | Porsche |
| Model | BX | 968 |
| Year Released | 1985 | 1995 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2141 cc | 2990 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 200 HP | 302 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 294 Nm | 500 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 1300 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 4330 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1740 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2410 mm |
