1986 Citroen BX vs. 1992 Porsche 911
To start off, 1992 Porsche 911 is newer by 6 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), 1992 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Porsche 911 (228 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 139 more horse power than 1986 Citroen BX. (89 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1992 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1986 Citroen BX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Porsche 911 weights approximately 185 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.
Let's talk about torque, 1992 Porsche 911 (286 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 151 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Citroen BX. (135 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1992 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Citroen BX.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Citroen BX | 1992 Porsche 911 | |
| Make | Citroen | Porsche |
| Model | BX | 911 |
| Year Released | 1986 | 1992 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1580 cc | 3163 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 228 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5900 RPM |
| Torque | 135 Nm | 286 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 990 kg | 1175 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 4300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1260 mm |
