2006 BMW 530 vs. 1983 Citroen BX
To start off, 2006 BMW 530 is newer by 23 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 2,996 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 BMW 530 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 BMW 530 (254 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 192 more horse power than 1983 Citroen BX. (62 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 BMW 530 should accelerate faster than 1983 Citroen BX.
Because 2006 BMW 530 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 2006 BMW 530. 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, 2006 BMW 530 (301 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 192 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Citroen BX. (109 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2006 BMW 530 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Citroen BX.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 BMW 530 | 1983 Citroen BX | |
| Make | BMW | Citroen |
| Model | 530 | BX |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1983 |
| 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 | 254 HP | 62 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 301 Nm | 109 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4240 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2860 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.2 L/100km | 11.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 80 L |
