1998 BMW 320 vs. 1985 Citroen BX
To start off, 1998 BMW 320 is newer by 13 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 2,141 cc (4 cylinders), 1985 Citroen BX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Citroen BX (200 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 66 more horse power than 1998 BMW 320. (134 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1985 Citroen BX should accelerate faster than 1998 BMW 320. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 BMW 320 weights approximately 170 kg more than 1985 Citroen BX.
Because 1985 Citroen BX is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1998 BMW 320. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1985 Citroen BX will offer significantly more control. 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, 1985 Citroen BX (294 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 13 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 BMW 320. (281 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 1985 Citroen BX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 BMW 320.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 BMW 320 | 1985 Citroen BX | |
| Make | BMW | Citroen |
| Model | 320 | BX |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1985 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1951 cc | 2141 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 134 HP | 200 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 281 Nm | 294 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Top Speed | 208 km/hour | 217 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 1280 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1840 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2660 mm |
