1986 Citroen BX vs. 1986 Mercedes-Benz S
To start off, both 1986 Citroen BX and 1986 Mercedes-Benz S were released in the same year (1986). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,599 cc (6 cylinders), 1986 Mercedes-Benz S is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Citroen BX (197 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 33 more horse power than 1986 Mercedes-Benz S. (164 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1986 Citroen BX should accelerate faster than 1986 Mercedes-Benz S. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Mercedes-Benz S weights approximately 240 kg more than 1986 Citroen BX.
Because 1986 Citroen BX is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1986 Mercedes-Benz S. 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 Citroen BX (294 Nm) has 66 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Mercedes-Benz S. (228 Nm). This means 1986 Citroen BX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Mercedes-Benz S.
Compare all specifications:
1986 Citroen BX | 1986 Mercedes-Benz S | |
Make | Citroen | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | BX | S |
Year Released | 1986 | 1986 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2139 cc | 2599 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 197 HP | 164 HP |
Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Torque | 294 Nm | 228 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 91.4 mm | 82.9 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 81.6 mm | 80.3 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 1520 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 5030 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2950 mm |