1954 BMW 502 vs. 1978 Citroen CX
To start off, 1978 Citroen CX is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1954 BMW 502. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1954 BMW 502 would be higher. At 2,578 cc (8 cylinders), 1954 BMW 502 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 Citroen CX (101 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 1954 BMW 502. (100 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1978 Citroen CX should accelerate faster than 1954 BMW 502. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1954 BMW 502 weights approximately 145 kg more than 1978 Citroen CX.
Because 1954 BMW 502 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 1954 BMW 502. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1978 Citroen CX, 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, 1954 BMW 502 (221 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 60 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Citroen CX. (161 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1954 BMW 502 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Citroen CX.
Compare all specifications:
1954 BMW 502 | 1978 Citroen CX | |
Make | BMW | Citroen |
Model | 502 | CX |
Year Released | 1954 | 1978 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2578 cc | 1905 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 100 HP | 101 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 221 Nm | 161 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 74 mm | 83 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 88 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 6.9:1 | 9.3:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1410 kg | 1265 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 4670 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1370 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2850 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 68 L |