1971 BMW Touring vs. 1982 Citroen CX
To start off, 1982 Citroen CX is newer by 11 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 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 1982 Citroen CX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1982 Citroen CX (105 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 1971 BMW Touring. (85 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1982 Citroen CX should accelerate faster than 1971 BMW Touring. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 Citroen CX weights approximately 195 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, 1982 Citroen CX (159 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 29 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 BMW Touring. (130 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1982 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 | 1982 Citroen CX | |
Make | BMW | Citroen |
Model | Touring | CX |
Year Released | 1971 | 1982 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1573 cc | 1995 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 85 HP | 105 HP |
Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 130 Nm | 159 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3250 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84.1 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 71 mm | 85.5 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.6:1 | 9.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1030 kg | 1225 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4120 mm | 4670 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1370 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2750 mm |