2008 BMW 328 vs. 1987 Citroen BX
To start off, 2008 BMW 328 is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Citroen BX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Citroen BX would be higher. At 2,996 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 BMW 328 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 BMW 328 (231 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 169 more horse power than 1987 Citroen BX. (62 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 BMW 328 should accelerate faster than 1987 Citroen BX.
Let's talk about torque, 2008 BMW 328 (271 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 161 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Citroen BX. (110 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2008 BMW 328 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Citroen BX.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 BMW 328 | 1987 Citroen BX | |
| Make | BMW | Citroen |
| Model | 328 | BX |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1987 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2996 cc | 1360 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 231 HP | 62 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 271 Nm | 110 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.7:1 | 9.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 4240 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2860 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.8 L/100km | 11.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 80 L |
