1995 BMW 525 vs. 1984 Citroen BX
To start off, 1995 BMW 525 is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Citroen BX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Citroen BX would be higher. At 2,497 cc (6 cylinders), 1995 BMW 525 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 BMW 525 (215 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 154 more horse power than 1984 Citroen BX. (61 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 BMW 525 should accelerate faster than 1984 Citroen BX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 BMW 525 weights approximately 660 kg more than 1984 Citroen BX. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1995 BMW 525 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 1995 BMW 525. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1984 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, 1995 BMW 525 (285 Nm) has 176 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Citroen BX. (109 Nm). This means 1995 BMW 525 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Citroen BX.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 BMW 525 | 1984 Citroen BX | |
| Make | BMW | Citroen |
| Model | 525 | BX |
| Year Released | 1995 | 1984 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2497 cc | 1360 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 215 HP | 61 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 285 Nm | 109 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 9.3:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1550 kg | 890 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 4240 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2860 mm |
