2006 Audi A6 vs. 1986 Citroen BX
To start off, 2006 Audi A6 is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Citroen BX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Citroen BX would be higher. At 2,698 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Audi A6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Audi A6 (178 HP @ 3300 RPM) has 89 more horse power than 1986 Citroen BX. (89 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Audi A6 should accelerate faster than 1986 Citroen BX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Audi A6 weights approximately 705 kg more than 1986 Citroen BX. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2006 Audi A6 (381 Nm @ 1400 RPM) has 246 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Citroen BX. (135 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2006 Audi A6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Citroen BX.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Audi A6 | 1986 Citroen BX | |
| Make | Audi | Citroen |
| Model | A6 | BX |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1986 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2698 cc | 1580 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 178 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 381 Nm | 135 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1400 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83.1 mm | 73 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1695 kg | 990 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4940 mm | 4400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2660 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 80 L |
