2007 Audi A8 vs. 1990 Citroen BX
To start off, 2007 Audi A8 is newer by 17 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 4,163 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Audi A8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Audi A8 (350 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 279 more horse power than 1990 Citroen BX. (71 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Audi A8 should accelerate faster than 1990 Citroen BX.
Because 2007 Audi A8 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1990 Citroen BX. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Audi A8 will offer significantly more control. 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 A8 (441 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 331 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Citroen BX. (110 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2007 Audi A8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Citroen BX. 2007 Audi A8 has automatic transmission and 1990 Citroen BX has manual transmission. 1990 Citroen BX will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Audi A8 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Audi A8 | 1990 Citroen BX | |
| Make | Audi | Citroen |
| Model | A8 | BX |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1990 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4163 cc | 1360 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 350 HP | 71 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 441 Nm | 110 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 93 mm | 77 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5200 mm | 4400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3080 mm | 2660 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 66 L |
