1994 BMW M5 vs. 1986 Citroen BX
To start off, 1994 BMW M5 is newer by 8 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 3,795 cc (8 cylinders), 1994 BMW M5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 BMW M5 (340 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 279 more horse power than 1986 Citroen BX. (61 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 BMW M5 should accelerate faster than 1986 Citroen BX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 BMW M5 weights approximately 835 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 1994 BMW M5 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 M5. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1986 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 M5 (401 Nm @ 4750 RPM) has 291 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Citroen BX. (110 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1994 BMW M5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Citroen BX.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 BMW M5 | 1986 Citroen BX | |
| Make | BMW | Citroen |
| Model | M5 | BX |
| Year Released | 1994 | 1986 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3795 cc | 1360 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 340 HP | 61 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 401 Nm | 110 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4750 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1725 kg | 890 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 4240 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2860 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.2 L/100km | 11.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 80 L |
