1987 Citroen BX vs. 2011 Audi S5
To start off, 2011 Audi S5 is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Citroen BX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Citroen BX would be higher. At 4,200 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Audi S5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Audi S5 (354 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 194 more horse power than 1987 Citroen BX. (160 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Audi S5 should accelerate faster than 1987 Citroen BX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Audi S5 weights approximately 677 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 2011 Audi S5 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1987 Citroen BX. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Audi S5 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, 2011 Audi S5 (440 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 260 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Citroen BX. (180 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2011 Audi S5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Citroen BX.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Citroen BX | 2011 Audi S5 | |
| Make | Citroen | Audi |
| Model | BX | S5 |
| Year Released | 1987 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1905 cc | 4200 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 160 HP | 354 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 180 Nm | 440 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1073 kg | 1750 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4250 mm | 4625 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1854 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1372 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2751 mm |
