2007 BMW 630 vs. 1985 Citroen BX
To start off, 2007 BMW 630 is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Citroen BX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Citroen BX would be higher. At 2,996 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 BMW 630 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW 630 (255 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 55 more horse power than 1985 Citroen BX. (200 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW 630 should accelerate faster than 1985 Citroen BX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 BMW 630 weights approximately 480 kg more than 1985 Citroen BX. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1985 Citroen BX is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 BMW 630. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1985 Citroen BX 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 BMW 630 (300 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 6 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Citroen BX. (294 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2007 BMW 630 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Citroen BX.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 BMW 630 | 1985 Citroen BX | |
| Make | BMW | Citroen |
| Model | 630 | BX |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1985 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2996 cc | 2141 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 255 HP | 200 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 294 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.7:1 | 7.0:1 |
| Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 217 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1760 kg | 1280 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 4520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1840 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2790 mm | 2660 mm |
