2004 BMW 330 vs. 1983 Citroen BX
To start off, 2004 BMW 330 is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Citroen BX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Citroen BX would be higher. At 2,983 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 BMW 330 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 BMW 330 (225 HP @ 7400 RPM) has 153 more horse power than 1983 Citroen BX. (72 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 BMW 330 should accelerate faster than 1983 Citroen BX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 BMW 330 weights approximately 591 kg more than 1983 Citroen BX. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2004 BMW 330 (300 Nm) has 192 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Citroen BX. (108 Nm). This means 2004 BMW 330 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Citroen BX.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 BMW 330 | 1983 Citroen BX | |
| Make | BMW | Citroen |
| Model | 330 | BX |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1983 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2983 cc | 1358 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 225 HP | 72 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7400 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 108 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 77 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 9.3:1 |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1490 kg | 899 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4240 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2660 mm |
