1975 Citroen CX vs. 2013 BMW 5 Series
To start off, 2013 BMW 5 Series is newer by 38 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 4,395 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 BMW 5 Series is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 BMW 5 Series (439 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 324 more horse power than 1975 Citroen CX. (115 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 BMW 5 Series should accelerate faster than 1975 Citroen CX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 BMW 5 Series weights approximately 975 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 2013 BMW 5 Series is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1975 Citroen CX. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 BMW 5 Series 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, 2013 BMW 5 Series (651 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 473 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Citroen CX. (178 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 2013 BMW 5 Series will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Citroen CX. 2013 BMW 5 Series has automatic transmission and 1975 Citroen CX has manual transmission. 1975 Citroen CX will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2013 BMW 5 Series will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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1975 Citroen CX | 2013 BMW 5 Series | |
Make | Citroen | BMW |
Model | CX | 5 Series |
Year Released | 1975 | 2013 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2164 cc | 4395 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 115 HP | 439 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6400 RPM |
Torque | 178 Nm | 651 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 88 mm | 89 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 89 mm | 89 mm |
Top Speed | 184 km/hour | 240 km/hour |
Drive Type | Front | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | 8-speed automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1245 kg | 2220 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 4999 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 2132 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1559 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 3070 mm |