2007 BMW M3 vs. 1983 Citroen BX
To start off, 2007 BMW M3 is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Citroen BX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Citroen BX would be higher. At 3,245 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 BMW M3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW M3 (338 HP @ 7900 RPM) has 276 more horse power than 1983 Citroen BX. (62 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW M3 should accelerate faster than 1983 Citroen BX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 BMW M3 weights approximately 765 kg more than 1983 Citroen BX. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 BMW M3 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 2007 BMW M3. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1983 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, 2007 BMW M3 (365 Nm @ 4900 RPM) has 256 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Citroen BX. (109 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2007 BMW M3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Citroen BX.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 BMW M3 | 1983 Citroen BX | |
| Make | BMW | Citroen |
| Model | M3 | BX |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1983 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3245 cc | 1360 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 338 HP | 62 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7900 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 365 Nm | 109 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4900 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 75.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 91 mm | 77 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.5:1 | 9.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1655 kg | 890 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4240 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2860 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.1 L/100km | 11.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 80 L |
