2006 BMW 740 vs. 1986 Citroen BX
To start off, 2006 BMW 740 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 3,999 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 BMW 740 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 BMW 740 (302 HP @ 3700 RPM) has 196 more horse power than 1986 Citroen BX. (106 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 BMW 740 should accelerate faster than 1986 Citroen BX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 BMW 740 weights approximately 910 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.
Because 2006 BMW 740 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 2006 BMW 740. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1986 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, 2006 BMW 740 (390 Nm @ 3700 RPM) has 225 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Citroen BX. (165 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2006 BMW 740 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Citroen BX.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 BMW 740 | 1986 Citroen BX | |
| Make | BMW | Citroen |
| Model | 740 | BX |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1986 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3999 cc | 1905 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 302 HP | 106 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3700 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 390 Nm | 165 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1945 kg | 1035 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5040 mm | 4410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3000 mm | 2660 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 88 L | 66 L |
