2004 BMW 630 vs. 1984 Citroen BX
To start off, 2004 BMW 630 is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Citroen BX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Citroen BX would be higher. At 2,993 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 BMW 630 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 BMW 630 (254 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 193 more horse power than 1984 Citroen BX. (61 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 BMW 630 should accelerate faster than 1984 Citroen BX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 BMW 630 weights approximately 870 kg more than 1984 Citroen BX. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2004 BMW 630 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 630. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1984 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 630 (305 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 196 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Citroen BX. (109 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2004 BMW 630 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Citroen BX.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 BMW 630 | 1984 Citroen BX | |
| Make | BMW | Citroen |
| Model | 630 | BX |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1984 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2993 cc | 1360 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 254 HP | 61 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 305 Nm | 109 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 85.1 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 77 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.7:1 | 9.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 155 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1760 kg | 890 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 4240 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2790 mm | 2860 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.6 L/100km | 11.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 80 L |
