2008 BMW 330 vs. 1989 Citroen BX
To start off, 2008 BMW 330 is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Citroen BX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Citroen BX would be higher. At 2,993 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 BMW 330 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 BMW 330 (228 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 157 more horse power than 1989 Citroen BX. (71 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 BMW 330 should accelerate faster than 1989 Citroen BX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 BMW 330 weights approximately 786 kg more than 1989 Citroen BX. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 BMW 330 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1989 Citroen BX. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 BMW 330 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, 2008 BMW 330 (500 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 390 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Citroen BX. (110 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2008 BMW 330 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Citroen BX.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 BMW 330 | 1989 Citroen BX | |
| Make | BMW | Citroen |
| Model | 330 | BX |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1989 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2993 cc | 1360 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 228 HP | 71 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 500 Nm | 110 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 17.0:1 | 10.2:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1716 kg | 930 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2660 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 66 L |
