1994 BMW 730 vs. 1985 Citroen BX
To start off, 1994 BMW 730 is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Citroen BX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Citroen BX would be higher. At 2,997 cc (8 cylinders), 1994 BMW 730 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 BMW 730 (215 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 153 more horse power than 1985 Citroen BX. (62 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 BMW 730 should accelerate faster than 1985 Citroen BX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 BMW 730 weights approximately 790 kg more than 1985 Citroen BX. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1994 BMW 730 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 1994 BMW 730. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1985 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, 1994 BMW 730 (310 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 201 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Citroen BX. (109 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1994 BMW 730 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Citroen BX.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 BMW 730 | 1985 Citroen BX | |
| Make | BMW | Citroen |
| Model | 730 | BX |
| Year Released | 1994 | 1985 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2997 cc | 1359 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 215 HP | 62 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 310 Nm | 109 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1680 kg | 890 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5130 mm | 4240 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2940 mm | 2860 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 85 L | 80 L |
