2008 Audi A6 vs. 1985 Citroen BX
To start off, 2008 Audi A6 is newer by 23 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 2,393 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Audi A6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Audi A6 (250 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 192 more horse power than 1985 Citroen BX. (58 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Audi A6 should accelerate faster than 1985 Citroen BX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Audi A6 weights approximately 490 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.
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, 2008 Audi A6 (230 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 120 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Citroen BX. (110 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2008 Audi A6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Citroen BX.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Audi A6 | 1985 Citroen BX | |
| Make | Audi | Citroen |
| Model | A6 | BX |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1985 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2393 cc | 1761 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 250 HP | 58 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 230 Nm | 110 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77.4 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 9.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1480 kg | 990 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4180 mm | 4240 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2660 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 80 L |
