1990 Citroen BX vs. 2013 Mercedes-Benz CL
To start off, 2013 Mercedes-Benz CL is newer by 23 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 5,500 cc (4 cylinders), 2013 Mercedes-Benz CL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Mercedes-Benz CL (503 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 429 more horse power than 1990 Citroen BX. (74 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Mercedes-Benz CL should accelerate faster than 1990 Citroen BX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Mercedes-Benz CL weights approximately 1283 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 2013 Mercedes-Benz CL 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 2013 Mercedes-Benz CL. 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, 2013 Mercedes-Benz CL (830 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 721 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Citroen BX. (109 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2013 Mercedes-Benz CL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Citroen BX.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Citroen BX | 2013 Mercedes-Benz CL | |
| Make | Citroen | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | BX | CL |
| Year Released | 1990 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1360 cc | 5500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 503 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 109 Nm | 830 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77 mm | 87 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| 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 | 2183 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 5095 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 2130 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1419 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2955 mm |
