1986 Citroen BX vs. 1986 Mercedes-Benz 500
To start off, both 1986 Citroen BX and 1986 Mercedes-Benz 500 were released in the same year (1986). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 4,973 cc (8 cylinders), 1986 Mercedes-Benz 500 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Mercedes-Benz 500 (245 HP @ 4750 RPM) has 48 more horse power than 1986 Citroen BX. (197 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1986 Mercedes-Benz 500 should accelerate faster than 1986 Citroen BX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Mercedes-Benz 500 weights approximately 386 kg more than 1986 Citroen BX. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1986 Citroen BX is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1986 Mercedes-Benz 500. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1986 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, 1986 Mercedes-Benz 500 (399 Nm) has 105 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Citroen BX. (294 Nm). This means 1986 Mercedes-Benz 500 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Citroen BX. 1986 Mercedes-Benz 500 has automatic transmission and 1986 Citroen BX has manual transmission. 1986 Citroen BX will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1986 Mercedes-Benz 500 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Citroen BX | 1986 Mercedes-Benz 500 | |
| Make | Citroen | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | BX | 500 |
| Year Released | 1986 | 1986 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2139 cc | 4973 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 197 HP | 245 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Torque | 294 Nm | 399 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 91.4 mm | 96.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81.6 mm | 85 mm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 1666 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 5140 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 3080 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 90 L |
