1993 Audi V8 vs. 1986 Citroen Bx
To start off, 1993 Audi V8 is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Citroen Bx. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Citroen Bx would be higher. At 3,562 cc (8 cylinders), 1993 Audi V8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Audi V8 (247 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 141 more horse power than 1986 Citroen Bx. (106 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 Audi V8 should accelerate faster than 1986 Citroen Bx. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Audi V8 weights approximately 764 kg more than 1986 Citroen Bx. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1993 Audi V8 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1986 Citroen Bx. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1993 Audi V8 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, 1993 Audi V8 (340 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 177 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Citroen Bx. (163 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1993 Audi V8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Citroen Bx.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Audi V8 | 1986 Citroen Bx | |
| Make | Audi | Citroen |
| Model | V8 | Bx |
| Year Released | 1993 | 1986 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3562 cc | 1904 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 247 HP | 106 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 340 Nm | 163 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 88 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1794 kg | 1030 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 4240 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2660 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 80 L |
