1976 Citroen CX vs. 2013 BMW 3 Series
To start off, 2013 BMW 3 Series is newer by 37 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 1,997 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 BMW 3 Series is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 BMW 3 Series (238 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 132 more horse power than 1976 Citroen CX. (106 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 BMW 3 Series should accelerate faster than 1976 Citroen CX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 BMW 3 Series weights approximately 366 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 2013 BMW 3 Series is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1976 Citroen CX. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 BMW 3 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 3 Series (350 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 189 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Citroen CX. (161 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2013 BMW 3 Series will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Citroen CX.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Citroen CX | 2013 BMW 3 Series | |
| Make | Citroen | BMW |
| Model | CX | 3 Series |
| Year Released | 1976 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1985 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 106 HP | 238 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 161 Nm | 350 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.3:1 | 10:01 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1265 kg | 1631 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4636 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 2031 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1434 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2810 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 60 L |
