1986 Citroen BX vs. 1990 Porsche 911
To start off, 1990 Porsche 911 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Citroen BX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Citroen BX would be higher. At 3,163 cc (6 cylinders), 1990 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Porsche 911 (228 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 31 more horse power than 1986 Citroen BX. (197 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1990 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1986 Citroen BX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Citroen BX weights approximately 105 kg more than 1990 Porsche 911.
Because 1986 Citroen BX is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1990 Porsche 911. 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 8 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Porsche 911. (286 Nm). This means 1986 Citroen BX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Porsche 911.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Citroen BX | 1990 Porsche 911 | |
| Make | Citroen | Porsche |
| Model | BX | 911 |
| Year Released | 1986 | 1990 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 2139 cc | 3163 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 197 HP | 228 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 5900 RPM |
| Torque | 294 Nm | 286 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 1175 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 4300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1260 mm |
