1976 Citroen CX vs. 2012 BMW 335
To start off, 2012 BMW 335 is newer by 36 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Citroen CX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Citroen CX would be higher. At 2,979 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 BMW 335 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 BMW 335 (300 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 185 more horse power than 1976 Citroen CX. (115 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 BMW 335 should accelerate faster than 1976 Citroen CX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 BMW 335 weights approximately 500 kg more than 1976 Citroen CX. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2012 BMW 335 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 2012 BMW 335. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1976 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, 2012 BMW 335 (406 Nm @ 1300 RPM) has 220 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Citroen CX. (186 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2012 BMW 335 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Citroen CX.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Citroen CX | 2012 BMW 335 | |
| Make | Citroen | BMW |
| Model | CX | 335 |
| Year Released | 1976 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2345 cc | 2979 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 115 HP | 300 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 186 Nm | 406 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 1300 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93.5 mm | 89.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 85.5 mm | 84 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1305 kg | 1805 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4624 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1783 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1384 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2810 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 57 L |
