1991 Citroen BX vs. 2012 BMW 335
To start off, 2012 BMW 335 is newer by 21 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 2,979 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 BMW 335 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 BMW 335 (300 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 226 more horse power than 1991 Citroen BX. (74 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 BMW 335 should accelerate faster than 1991 Citroen BX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 BMW 335 weights approximately 725 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 2012 BMW 335 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, 2012 BMW 335 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, 2012 BMW 335 (406 Nm @ 1300 RPM) has 295 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Citroen BX. (111 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2012 BMW 335 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Citroen BX.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Citroen BX | 2012 BMW 335 | |
| Make | Citroen | BMW |
| Model | BX | 335 |
| Year Released | 1991 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1360 cc | 2979 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 300 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 111 Nm | 406 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 1300 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75.1 mm | 89.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77 mm | 84 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 900 kg | 1625 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 4624 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1783 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1394 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2810 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 43 L | 57 L |
