1966 BMW 1600 vs. 1986 Citroen CX
To start off, 1986 Citroen CX is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 BMW 1600. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 BMW 1600 would be higher. At 2,165 cc (4 cylinders), 1986 Citroen CX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Citroen CX (114 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 1966 BMW 1600. (85 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1986 Citroen CX should accelerate faster than 1966 BMW 1600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Citroen CX weights approximately 520 kg more than 1966 BMW 1600. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1966 BMW 1600 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 1966 BMW 1600. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1986 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, 1986 Citroen CX (178 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 54 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 BMW 1600. (124 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1986 Citroen CX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 BMW 1600.
Compare all specifications:
| 1966 BMW 1600 | 1986 Citroen CX | |
| Make | BMW | Citroen |
| Model | 1600 | CX |
| Year Released | 1966 | 1986 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1574 cc | 2165 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 124 Nm | 178 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71 mm | 85.5 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 920 kg | 1440 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 4930 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 3100 mm |
