1983 Citroen BX vs. 1985 Porsche 928
To start off, 1985 Porsche 928 is newer by 2 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 4,664 cc (8 cylinders), 1985 Porsche 928 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Porsche 928 (306 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 242 more horse power than 1983 Citroen BX. (64 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1985 Porsche 928 should accelerate faster than 1983 Citroen BX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Porsche 928 weights approximately 540 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 1985 Porsche 928 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 1985 Porsche 928. 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, 1985 Porsche 928 (408 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 285 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Citroen BX. (123 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1985 Porsche 928 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Citroen BX.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Citroen BX | 1985 Porsche 928 | |
| Make | Citroen | Porsche |
| Model | BX | 928 |
| Year Released | 1983 | 1985 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1905 cc | 4664 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 64 HP | 306 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5900 RPM |
| Torque | 123 Nm | 408 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 990 kg | 1530 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 4450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1290 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2510 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 76 L |
