1972 BMW Touring vs. 1975 Citroen CX
To start off, 1975 Citroen CX is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 BMW Touring. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 BMW Touring would be higher. At 2,164 cc (4 cylinders), 1975 Citroen CX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1975 Citroen CX (115 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 32 more horse power than 1972 BMW Touring. (83 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1975 Citroen CX should accelerate faster than 1972 BMW Touring. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 Citroen CX weights approximately 360 kg more than 1972 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, 1975 Citroen CX (178 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 48 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 BMW Touring. (130 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1975 Citroen CX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 BMW Touring.
Compare all specifications:
1972 BMW Touring | 1975 Citroen CX | |
Make | BMW | Citroen |
Model | Touring | CX |
Year Released | 1972 | 1975 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1574 cc | 2164 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 83 HP | 115 HP |
Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 130 Nm | 178 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3250 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 88 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 71 mm | 89 mm |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1030 kg | 1390 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4120 mm | 4970 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 3100 mm |