1975 BMW 315 vs. 1987 Citroen CX
To start off, 1987 Citroen CX is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 BMW 315. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 BMW 315 would be higher. At 1,983 cc (4 cylinders), 1987 Citroen CX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Citroen CX (102 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 1975 BMW 315. (75 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1987 Citroen CX should accelerate faster than 1975 BMW 315. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Citroen CX weights approximately 215 kg more than 1975 BMW 315. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1975 BMW 315 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 1975 BMW 315. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1987 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, 1987 Citroen CX (159 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 49 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 BMW 315. (110 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1987 Citroen CX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 BMW 315.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 BMW 315 | 1987 Citroen CX | |
| Make | BMW | Citroen |
| Model | 315 | CX |
| Year Released | 1975 | 1987 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1574 cc | 1983 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 75 HP | 102 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 110 Nm | 159 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71 mm | 85.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Top Speed | 154 km/hour | 175 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1010 kg | 1225 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4360 mm | 4670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2750 mm |
