1990 Citroen BX vs. 2012 BMW 535
To start off, 2012 BMW 535 is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Citroen BX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Citroen BX would be higher. At 2,993 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 BMW 535 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 BMW 535 (311 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 237 more horse power than 1990 Citroen BX. (74 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 BMW 535 should accelerate faster than 1990 Citroen BX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 BMW 535 weights approximately 890 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 2012 BMW 535 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 535. 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, 2012 BMW 535 (600 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 491 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Citroen BX. (109 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2012 BMW 535 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Citroen BX. 2012 BMW 535 has automatic transmission and 1990 Citroen BX has manual transmission. 1990 Citroen BX will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 BMW 535 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Citroen BX | 2012 BMW 535 | |
| Make | Citroen | BMW |
| Model | BX | 535 |
| Year Released | 1990 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1360 cc | 2993 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 311 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 109 Nm | 600 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77 mm | 84 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 8-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 900 kg | 1790 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 4899 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1464 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2968 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 43 L | 70 L |
