1991 Citroen BX vs. 2011 Porsche 911
To start off, 2011 Porsche 911 is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Citroen BX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Citroen BX would be higher. At 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Porsche 911 (345 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 274 more horse power than 1991 Citroen BX. (71 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1991 Citroen BX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Porsche 911 weights approximately 550 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 2011 Porsche 911 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1991 Citroen BX. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Porsche 911 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, 2011 Porsche 911 (390 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 280 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Citroen BX. (110 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2011 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Citroen BX.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Citroen BX | 2011 Porsche 911 | |
| Make | Citroen | Porsche |
| Model | BX | 911 |
| Year Released | 1991 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1358 cc | 3600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 71 HP | 345 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 110 Nm | 390 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 930 kg | 1480 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1852 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1311 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2350 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 67 L |
