1999 BMW 740 vs. 1986 Citroen Bx
To start off, 1999 BMW 740 is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Citroen Bx. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Citroen Bx would be higher. At 3,899 cc (8 cylinders), 1999 BMW 740 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 BMW 740 (242 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 136 more horse power than 1986 Citroen Bx. (106 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 BMW 740 should accelerate faster than 1986 Citroen Bx. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 BMW 740 weights approximately 1005 kg more than 1986 Citroen Bx. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1999 BMW 740 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 1999 BMW 740. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1986 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, 1999 BMW 740 (560 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 397 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Citroen Bx. (163 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1999 BMW 740 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Citroen Bx. 1999 BMW 740 has automatic transmission and 1986 Citroen Bx has manual transmission. 1986 Citroen Bx will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1999 BMW 740 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 BMW 740 | 1986 Citroen Bx | |
| Make | BMW | Citroen |
| Model | 740 | Bx |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1986 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3899 cc | 1904 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 242 HP | 106 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 560 Nm | 163 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2035 kg | 1030 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5130 mm | 4240 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2940 mm | 2660 mm |
