1991 Citroen BX vs. 1979 Porsche 930
To start off, 1991 Citroen BX is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Porsche 930. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Porsche 930 would be higher. At 3,299 cc (6 cylinders), 1979 Porsche 930 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Porsche 930 (296 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 222 more horse power than 1991 Citroen BX. (74 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1979 Porsche 930 should accelerate faster than 1991 Citroen BX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Porsche 930 weights approximately 400 kg more than 1991 Citroen BX. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1979 Porsche 930 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 1979 Porsche 930. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1991 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, 1979 Porsche 930 (431 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 320 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Citroen BX. (111 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1979 Porsche 930 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Citroen BX.
Compare all specifications:
1991 Citroen BX | 1979 Porsche 930 | |
Make | Citroen | Porsche |
Model | BX | 930 |
Year Released | 1991 | 1979 |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 1360 cc | 3299 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 74 HP | 296 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 111 Nm | 431 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 7.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 900 kg | 1300 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 4300 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1320 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2510 mm |