2003 BMW 330 vs. 1985 Citroen BX
To start off, 2003 BMW 330 is newer by 18 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 2,977 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 BMW 330 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Citroen BX (200 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 2003 BMW 330. (189 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1985 Citroen BX should accelerate faster than 2003 BMW 330. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 BMW 330 weights approximately 260 kg more than 1985 Citroen BX.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or 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, 2003 BMW 330 (400 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 106 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Citroen BX. (294 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2003 BMW 330 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Citroen BX.
Compare all specifications:
2003 BMW 330 | 1985 Citroen BX | |
Make | BMW | Citroen |
Model | 330 | BX |
Year Released | 2003 | 1985 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2977 cc | 2141 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 189 HP | 200 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5250 RPM |
Torque | 400 Nm | 294 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 2750 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 7.0:1 |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1540 kg | 1280 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4520 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1840 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2660 mm |