2005 Audi A8 vs. 1990 Citroen BX
To start off, 2005 Audi A8 is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Citroen BX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Citroen BX would be higher. At 4,178 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Audi A8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Audi A8 (335 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 212 more horse power than 1990 Citroen BX. (123 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Audi A8 should accelerate faster than 1990 Citroen BX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Audi A8 weights approximately 810 kg more than 1990 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, 2005 Audi A8 (430 Nm) has 257 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Citroen BX. (173 Nm). This means 2005 Audi A8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Citroen BX.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Audi A8 | 1990 Citroen BX | |
| Make | Audi | Citroen |
| Model | A8 | BX |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1990 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4178 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 335 HP | 123 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 430 Nm | 173 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 93 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 8.4:1 |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1945 kg | 1135 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5060 mm | 4240 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2660 mm |
