2000 Audi A8 vs. 1988 Citroen BX
To start off, 2000 Audi A8 is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Citroen BX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Citroen BX would be higher. At 2,494 cc (6 cylinders), 2000 Audi A8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Audi A8 (247 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 185 more horse power than 1988 Citroen BX. (62 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Audi A8 should accelerate faster than 1988 Citroen BX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Audi A8 weights approximately 736 kg more than 1988 Citroen BX. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2000 Audi A8 (330 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 221 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Citroen BX. (109 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2000 Audi A8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Citroen BX.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Audi A8 | 1988 Citroen BX | |
| Make | Audi | Citroen |
| Model | A8 | BX |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1988 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2494 cc | 1360 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 247 HP | 62 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 330 Nm | 109 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 78.3 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 77 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.5:1 | 9.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 227 km/hour | 155 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 | 1630 kg | 894 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5040 mm | 4240 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2860 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 80 L |
