1985 Citroen BX vs. 2013 Porsche 911
To start off, 2013 Porsche 911 is newer by 28 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 3,800 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Porsche 911 (523 HP @ 6750 RPM) has 461 more horse power than 1985 Citroen BX. (62 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1985 Citroen BX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Porsche 911 weights approximately 698 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 2013 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 2013 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, 2013 Porsche 911 (700 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 591 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Citroen BX. (109 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2013 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 | 2013 Porsche 911 | |
| Make | Citroen | Porsche |
| Model | BX | 911 |
| Year Released | 1985 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1359 cc | 3800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 62 HP | 523 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6750 RPM |
| Torque | 109 Nm | 700 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 102 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77 mm | 77 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.3:1 | 9.8 : 1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 155 km/hour | 315 km/hour |
| 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 | 1588 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 4477 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1852 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2350 mm |
