1975 Citroen CX vs. 2010 BMW 125
To start off, 2010 BMW 125 is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Citroen CX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Citroen CX would be higher. At 2,996 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 BMW 125 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 BMW 125 (216 HP @ 6700 RPM) has 101 more horse power than 1975 Citroen CX. (115 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 BMW 125 should accelerate faster than 1975 Citroen CX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 Citroen CX weights approximately 70 kg more than 2010 BMW 125.
Because 2010 BMW 125 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 125. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1975 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 125 (270 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 92 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Citroen CX. (178 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 2010 BMW 125 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Citroen CX.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Citroen CX | 2010 BMW 125 | |
| Make | Citroen | BMW |
| Model | CX | 125 |
| Year Released | 1975 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2164 cc | 2996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 115 HP | 216 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6700 RPM |
| Torque | 178 Nm | 270 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 88 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 89 mm | 88 mm |
| Top Speed | 166 km/hour | 238 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1390 kg | 1320 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4970 mm | 4370 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1420 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3100 mm | 2670 mm |
