1990 Citroen BX vs. 1969 Porsche 911
To start off, 1990 Citroen BX is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Porsche 911. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Porsche 911 would be higher. At 2,195 cc (6 cylinders), 1969 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1969 Porsche 911 (125 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 51 more horse power than 1990 Citroen BX. (74 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1969 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1990 Citroen BX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1969 Porsche 911 weights approximately 120 kg more than 1990 Citroen BX. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1969 Porsche 911 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 1969 Porsche 911. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1990 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, 1969 Porsche 911 (176 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 67 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Citroen BX. (109 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1969 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Citroen BX.
Compare all specifications:
1990 Citroen BX | 1969 Porsche 911 | |
Make | Citroen | Porsche |
Model | BX | 911 |
Year Released | 1990 | 1969 |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 1360 cc | 2195 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 74 HP | 125 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 109 Nm | 176 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 84.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 77 mm | 66 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 8.6:1 |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 900 kg | 1020 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 4170 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1620 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1330 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2270 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 43 L | 61 L |