1992 BMW 850 vs. 1988 Citroen BX
To start off, 1992 BMW 850 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Citroen BX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Citroen BX would be higher. At 4,988 cc (12 cylinders), 1992 BMW 850 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 BMW 850 (296 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 225 more horse power than 1988 Citroen BX. (71 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 BMW 850 should accelerate faster than 1988 Citroen BX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 BMW 850 weights approximately 860 kg more than 1988 Citroen BX. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1992 BMW 850 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 850. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1988 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, 1992 BMW 850 (450 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 340 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Citroen BX. (110 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1992 BMW 850 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Citroen BX.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 BMW 850 | 1988 Citroen BX | |
| Make | BMW | Citroen |
| Model | 850 | BX |
| Year Released | 1992 | 1988 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4988 cc | 1360 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 296 HP | 71 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 450 Nm | 110 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4100 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 75.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 77 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 10.2:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1790 kg | 930 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 4410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2660 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 52 L | 66 L |
