1987 Citroen BX vs. 2012 BMW 123
To start off, 2012 BMW 123 is newer by 25 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 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 BMW 123 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 BMW 123 (202 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 42 more horse power than 1987 Citroen BX. (160 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 BMW 123 should accelerate faster than 1987 Citroen BX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 BMW 123 weights approximately 542 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 2012 BMW 123 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 2012 BMW 123. 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, 2012 BMW 123 (400 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 220 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Citroen BX. (180 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2012 BMW 123 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Citroen BX.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Citroen BX | 2012 BMW 123 | |
| Make | Citroen | BMW |
| Model | BX | 123 |
| Year Released | 1987 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1905 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 160 HP | 202 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 180 Nm | 400 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1073 kg | 1615 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4250 mm | 4360 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1748 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1411 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2660 mm |
