1985 Citroen BX vs. 2005 Porsche 911
To start off, 2005 Porsche 911 is newer by 20 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 3,605 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Porsche 911 (444 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 244 more horse power than 1985 Citroen BX. (200 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1985 Citroen BX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Porsche 911 weights approximately 380 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.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2005 Porsche 911 (620 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 326 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Citroen BX. (294 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2005 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 | 2005 Porsche 911 | |
| Make | Citroen | Porsche |
| Model | BX | 911 |
| Year Released | 1985 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 2141 cc | 3605 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 200 HP | 444 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 294 Nm | 620 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 7.0:1 | 9.4:1 |
| Top Speed | 217 km/hour | 307 km/hour |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 1660 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1840 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2360 mm |
