2003 BMW 330 vs. 1986 Citroen BX
To start off, 2003 BMW 330 is newer by 17 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 2,996 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 BMW 330 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Citroen BX (197 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 2003 BMW 330. (184 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1986 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 525 kg more than 1986 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 (410 Nm) has 116 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Citroen BX. (294 Nm). This means 2003 BMW 330 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Citroen BX.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 BMW 330 | 1986 Citroen BX | |
| Make | BMW | Citroen |
| Model | 330 | BX |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1986 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2996 cc | 2139 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 184 HP | 197 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 410 Nm | 294 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 91.4 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 81.6 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1805 kg | 1280 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4240 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2660 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 80 L |
