1987 Citroen BX vs. 2011 Porsche Panamera
To start off, 2011 Porsche Panamera 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 4,800 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Porsche Panamera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Porsche Panamera (500 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 340 more horse power than 1987 Citroen BX. (160 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Porsche Panamera should accelerate faster than 1987 Citroen BX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Porsche Panamera weights approximately 897 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 Porsche Panamera 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 Porsche Panamera 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 Porsche Panamera (699 Nm @ 2250 RPM) has 519 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Citroen BX. (180 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2011 Porsche Panamera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Citroen BX.
Compare all specifications:
1987 Citroen BX | 2011 Porsche Panamera | |
Make | Citroen | Porsche |
Model | BX | Panamera |
Year Released | 1987 | 2011 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1905 cc | 4800 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 160 HP | 500 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 180 Nm | 699 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 2250 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1073 kg | 1970 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4250 mm | 4968 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1930 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1417 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2918 mm |