1959 BMW 700 vs. 1988 Citroen CX
To start off, 1988 Citroen CX is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 BMW 700. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 BMW 700 would be higher. At 2,165 cc (4 cylinders), 1988 Citroen CX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Citroen CX (114 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 76 more horse power than 1959 BMW 700. (38 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1988 Citroen CX should accelerate faster than 1959 BMW 700. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Citroen CX weights approximately 588 kg more than 1959 BMW 700. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1959 BMW 700 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 1959 BMW 700. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1988 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, 1988 Citroen CX (177 Nm) has 125 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 BMW 700. (52 Nm). This means 1988 Citroen CX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 BMW 700.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 BMW 700 | 1988 Citroen CX | |
| Make | BMW | Citroen |
| Model | 700 | CX |
| Year Released | 1959 | 1988 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 697 cc | 2165 cc |
| Horse Power | 38 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 52 Nm | 177 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 73 mm | 89 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 660 kg | 1248 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3540 mm | 4670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2130 mm | 2850 mm |
