1990 Citroen BX vs. 1954 Daimler Conquest
To start off, 1990 Citroen BX is newer by 36 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1954 Daimler Conquest. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1954 Daimler Conquest would be higher. At 2,433 cc (6 cylinders), 1954 Daimler Conquest is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Citroen BX (123 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 1954 Daimler Conquest. (100 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Citroen BX should accelerate faster than 1954 Daimler Conquest. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1954 Daimler Conquest weights approximately 294 kg more than 1990 Citroen BX.
Because 1990 Citroen BX is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1954 Daimler Conquest. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1990 Citroen BX 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, 1954 Daimler Conquest (176 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 3 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Citroen BX. (173 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1954 Daimler Conquest will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Citroen BX.
Compare all specifications:
1990 Citroen BX | 1954 Daimler Conquest | |
Make | Citroen | Daimler |
Model | BX | Conquest |
Year Released | 1990 | 1954 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1998 cc | 2433 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 123 HP | 100 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 173 Nm | 176 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 76.2 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 88.9 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.4:1 | 7.8:1 |
Top Speed | 185 km/hour | 146 km/hour |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1135 kg | 1429 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 4550 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1680 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1660 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2650 mm |