1999 Audi A6 vs. 1987 Citroen BX
To start off, 1999 Audi A6 is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Citroen BX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Citroen BX would be higher. At 1,905 cc (4 cylinders), 1987 Citroen BX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Citroen BX (160 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 1999 Audi A6. (149 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1987 Citroen BX should accelerate faster than 1999 Audi A6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Audi A6 weights approximately 307 kg more than 1987 Citroen BX.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1999 Audi A6 (210 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 30 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Citroen BX. (180 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1999 Audi A6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Citroen BX.
Compare all specifications:
1999 Audi A6 | 1987 Citroen BX | |
Make | Audi | Citroen |
Model | A6 | BX |
Year Released | 1999 | 1987 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1781 cc | 1905 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 149 HP | 160 HP |
Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 210 Nm | 180 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 83 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 88 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 10.4:1 |
Top Speed | 217 km/hour | 217 km/hour |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1380 kg | 1073 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 4250 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1680 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1370 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2660 mm |