1986 Citroen BX vs. 2012 BMW 328
To start off, 2012 BMW 328 is newer by 26 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 2,979 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 BMW 328 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 BMW 328 (230 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 169 more horse power than 1986 Citroen BX. (61 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 BMW 328 should accelerate faster than 1986 Citroen BX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 BMW 328 weights approximately 735 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 2012 BMW 328 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1986 Citroen BX. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 BMW 328 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, 2012 BMW 328 (271 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 161 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Citroen BX. (110 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2012 BMW 328 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Citroen BX.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Citroen BX | 2012 BMW 328 | |
| Make | Citroen | BMW |
| Model | BX | 328 |
| Year Released | 1986 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1360 cc | 2979 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 61 HP | 230 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 110 Nm | 271 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75.1 mm | 89.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77 mm | 84 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 890 kg | 1625 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 4536 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1816 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1417 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2810 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 57 L |
