1992 BMW 520 vs. 1992 Citroen ZX
To start off, both 1992 BMW 520 and 1992 Citroen ZX were released in the same year (1992). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,990 cc (6 cylinders), 1992 BMW 520 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Citroen ZX (150 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 1992 BMW 520. (148 HP @ 5900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1992 Citroen ZX should accelerate faster than 1992 BMW 520. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 BMW 520 weights approximately 338 kg more than 1992 Citroen ZX.
Because 1992 BMW 520 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 1992 BMW 520. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1992 Citroen ZX, 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, 1992 BMW 520 (190 Nm @ 4700 RPM) has 7 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Citroen ZX. (183 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1992 BMW 520 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Citroen ZX.
Compare all specifications:
1992 BMW 520 | 1992 Citroen ZX | |
Make | BMW | Citroen |
Model | 520 | ZX |
Year Released | 1992 | 1992 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1990 cc | 1905 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 148 HP | 150 HP |
Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 190 Nm | 183 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4700 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1488 kg | 1150 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 4090 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1380 mm |