1995 BMW 840 vs. 1987 Citroen AX
To start off, 1995 BMW 840 is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Citroen AX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Citroen AX would be higher. At 3,982 cc (8 cylinders), 1995 BMW 840 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 BMW 840 (282 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 228 more horse power than 1987 Citroen AX. (54 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 BMW 840 should accelerate faster than 1987 Citroen AX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 BMW 840 weights approximately 1065 kg more than 1987 Citroen AX. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1995 BMW 840 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 840. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1987 Citroen AX, 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 840 (400 Nm @ 5100 RPM) has 311 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Citroen AX. (89 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1995 BMW 840 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Citroen AX.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 BMW 840 | 1987 Citroen AX | |
| Make | BMW | Citroen |
| Model | 840 | AX |
| Year Released | 1995 | 1987 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3982 cc | 1124 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 282 HP | 54 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 89 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5100 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 72 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 69 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1740 kg | 675 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 3540 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2290 mm |
