1974 Citroen CX vs. 2012 BMW X3
To start off, 2012 BMW X3 is newer by 38 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 2,993 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 BMW X3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 BMW X3 (256 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 118 more horse power than 1974 Citroen CX. (138 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 BMW X3 should accelerate faster than 1974 Citroen CX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 BMW X3 weights approximately 505 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 2012 BMW X3 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1974 Citroen CX. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 BMW X3 will offer significantly more control. 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, 2012 BMW X3 (560 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 354 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Citroen CX. (206 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2012 BMW X3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Citroen CX.
Compare all specifications:
1974 Citroen CX | 2012 BMW X3 | |
Make | Citroen | BMW |
Model | CX | X3 |
Year Released | 1974 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2500 cc | 2993 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 138 HP | 256 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 206 Nm | 560 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Top Speed | 195 km/hour | 209 km/hour |
Drive Type | Front | AWD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1370 kg | 1875 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 4648 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1881 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1675 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2810 mm |