2005 BMW 116 vs. 1984 Citroen BX
To start off, 2005 BMW 116 is newer by 21 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 1,596 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 BMW 116 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 BMW 116 (114 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 53 more horse power than 1984 Citroen BX. (61 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 BMW 116 should accelerate faster than 1984 Citroen BX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 BMW 116 weights approximately 390 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 2005 BMW 116 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 2005 BMW 116. 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, 2005 BMW 116 (153 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 44 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Citroen BX. (109 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2005 BMW 116 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Citroen BX.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 BMW 116 | 1984 Citroen BX | |
| Make | BMW | Citroen |
| Model | 116 | BX |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1984 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1596 cc | 1360 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 61 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 153 Nm | 109 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84.1 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 72 mm | 77 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 9.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 890 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 4240 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2860 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 80 L |
