1974 BMW 1502 vs. 1985 Citroen CX
To start off, 1985 Citroen CX is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 BMW 1502. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 BMW 1502 would be higher. At 2,499 cc (4 cylinders), 1985 Citroen CX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1974 BMW 1502 (83 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 1985 Citroen CX. (74 HP @ 4250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1974 BMW 1502 should accelerate faster than 1985 Citroen CX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Citroen CX weights approximately 520 kg more than 1974 BMW 1502.
Let's talk about torque, 1985 Citroen CX (149 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 19 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 BMW 1502. (130 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1985 Citroen CX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 BMW 1502.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 BMW 1502 | 1985 Citroen CX | |
| Make | BMW | Citroen |
| Model | 1502 | CX |
| Year Released | 1974 | 1985 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1574 cc | 2499 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 83 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Torque | 130 Nm | 149 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 930 kg | 1450 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 4930 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 3100 mm |
