2008 BMW 525 vs. 1990 Citroen BX
To start off, 2008 BMW 525 is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Citroen BX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Citroen BX would be higher. At 2,497 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 BMW 525 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 BMW 525 (215 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 92 more horse power than 1990 Citroen BX. (123 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 BMW 525 should accelerate faster than 1990 Citroen BX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 BMW 525 weights approximately 431 kg more than 1990 Citroen BX. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or 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 BMW 525 (250 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 77 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Citroen BX. (173 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2008 BMW 525 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Citroen BX.
Compare all specifications:
2008 BMW 525 | 1990 Citroen BX | |
Make | BMW | Citroen |
Model | 525 | BX |
Year Released | 2008 | 1990 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2497 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 215 HP | 123 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 250 Nm | 173 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 78.8 mm | 83 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 88 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 8.4:1 |
Top Speed | 237 km/hour | 185 km/hour |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1566 kg | 1135 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4240 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1670 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1370 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2660 mm |