1971 BMW Touring vs. 1976 Citroen CX
To start off, 1976 Citroen CX is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 BMW Touring. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 BMW Touring would be higher. At 2,347 cc (4 cylinders), 1976 Citroen CX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1976 Citroen CX (128 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 43 more horse power than 1971 BMW Touring. (85 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1976 Citroen CX should accelerate faster than 1971 BMW Touring. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Citroen CX weights approximately 446 kg more than 1971 BMW Touring. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1976 Citroen CX (197 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 67 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 BMW Touring. (130 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1976 Citroen CX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 BMW Touring.
Compare all specifications:
1971 BMW Touring | 1976 Citroen CX | |
Make | BMW | Citroen |
Model | Touring | CX |
Year Released | 1971 | 1976 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1573 cc | 2347 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 85 HP | 128 HP |
Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 130 Nm | 197 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84.1 mm | 93.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 71 mm | 85.5 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.6:1 | 8.8:1 |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1030 kg | 1476 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4120 mm | 4930 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1370 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 3110 mm |