1987 Citroen BX vs. 1986 Porsche 944
To start off, 1987 Citroen BX is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Porsche 944. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Porsche 944 would be higher. At 2,479 cc (4 cylinders), 1986 Porsche 944 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Porsche 944 (188 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 126 more horse power than 1987 Citroen BX. (62 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1986 Porsche 944 should accelerate faster than 1987 Citroen BX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Porsche 944 weights approximately 410 kg more than 1987 Citroen BX. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1986 Porsche 944 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1986 Porsche 944. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1987 Citroen BX, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 Porsche 944 (230 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 120 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Citroen BX. (110 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1986 Porsche 944 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Citroen BX.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Citroen BX | 1986 Porsche 944 | |
| Make | Citroen | Porsche |
| Model | BX | 944 |
| Year Released | 1987 | 1986 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1360 cc | 2479 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 62 HP | 188 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 110 Nm | 230 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.3:1 | 10.9:1 |
| Top Speed | 150 km/hour | 227 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 890 kg | 1300 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 4300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1280 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2410 mm |
