1996 BMW 525 vs. 1987 Citroen AX
To start off, 1996 BMW 525 is newer by 9 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 2,496 cc (6 cylinders), 1996 BMW 525 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 BMW 525 (141 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 93 more horse power than 1987 Citroen AX. (48 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 BMW 525 should accelerate faster than 1987 Citroen AX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 BMW 525 weights approximately 855 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 1996 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 1996 BMW 525. 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, 1996 BMW 525 (279 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 205 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Citroen AX. (74 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 1996 BMW 525 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Citroen AX.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 BMW 525 | 1987 Citroen AX | |
| Make | BMW | Citroen |
| Model | 525 | AX |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1987 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2496 cc | 954 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 141 HP | 48 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 279 Nm | 74 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 3700 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 70 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83 mm | 62 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 22.0:1 | 9.4:1 |
| Top Speed | 211 km/hour | 148 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1563 kg | 708 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 3530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1560 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2350 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 36 L |
