1974 Citroen CX vs. 2010 BMW 118
To start off, 2010 BMW 118 is newer by 36 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Citroen CX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Citroen CX would be higher. At 2,500 cc (4 cylinders), 1974 Citroen CX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 BMW 118 (143 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 68 more horse power than 1974 Citroen CX. (75 HP @ 4250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 BMW 118 should accelerate faster than 1974 Citroen CX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 BMW 118 weights approximately 125 kg more than 1974 Citroen CX. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2010 BMW 118 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 2010 BMW 118. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1974 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, 2010 BMW 118 (190 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 40 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Citroen CX. (150 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2010 BMW 118 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Citroen CX.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Citroen CX | 2010 BMW 118 | |
| Make | Citroen | BMW |
| Model | CX | 118 |
| Year Released | 1974 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2500 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 75 HP | 143 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4250 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 150 Nm | 190 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1370 kg | 1495 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 4360 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1748 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1411 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2660 mm |
