1975 Citroen CX vs. 2011 BMW Z4
To start off, 2011 BMW Z4 is newer by 36 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 2,164 cc (4 cylinders), 1975 Citroen CX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 BMW Z4 (244 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 129 more horse power than 1975 Citroen CX. (115 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 BMW Z4 should accelerate faster than 1975 Citroen CX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 BMW Z4 weights approximately 100 kg more than 1975 Citroen CX. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2011 BMW Z4 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 2011 BMW Z4. 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, 2011 BMW Z4 (350 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 172 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Citroen CX. (178 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 2011 BMW Z4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Citroen CX.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Citroen CX | 2011 BMW Z4 | |
| Make | Citroen | BMW |
| Model | CX | Z4 |
| Year Released | 1975 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2164 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 115 HP | 244 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 178 Nm | 350 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 88 mm | 90.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 89 mm | 84 mm |
| Top Speed | 166 km/hour | 250 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1390 kg | 1490 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4970 mm | 4239 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1791 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1290 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3100 mm | 2497 mm |
