2004 BMW 525 vs. 1989 Citroen BX
To start off, 2004 BMW 525 is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Citroen BX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Citroen BX would be higher. At 2,497 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 BMW 525 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 BMW 525 (174 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 103 more horse power than 1989 Citroen BX. (71 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 BMW 525 should accelerate faster than 1989 Citroen BX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 BMW 525 weights approximately 730 kg more than 1989 Citroen BX. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2004 BMW 525 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 2004 BMW 525. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1989 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, 2004 BMW 525 (410 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 300 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Citroen BX. (110 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2004 BMW 525 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Citroen BX.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 BMW 525 | 1989 Citroen BX | |
| Make | BMW | Citroen |
| Model | 525 | BX |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1989 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2497 cc | 1360 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 174 HP | 71 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 410 Nm | 110 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 17.0:1 | 10.2:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1660 kg | 930 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 4400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2660 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 66 L |
