2007 Audi A6 vs. 1989 Citroen BX
To start off, 2007 Audi A6 is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Citroen BX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Citroen BX would be higher. At 2,393 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Audi A6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Audi A6 (175 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 104 more horse power than 1989 Citroen BX. (71 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Audi A6 should accelerate faster than 1989 Citroen BX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Audi A6 weights approximately 552 kg more than 1989 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, 2007 Audi A6 (230 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 120 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Citroen BX. (110 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2007 Audi A6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Citroen BX. 2007 Audi A6 has automatic transmission and 1989 Citroen BX has manual transmission. 1989 Citroen BX will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Audi A6 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Audi A6 | 1989 Citroen BX | |
| Make | Audi | Citroen |
| Model | A6 | BX |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1989 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2393 cc | 1360 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 175 HP | 71 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 230 Nm | 110 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 10.2:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1482 kg | 930 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2660 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 66 L |
