1977 Citroen CX vs. 2012 BMW 528
To start off, 2012 BMW 528 is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Citroen CX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Citroen CX would be higher. At 2,000 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 BMW 528 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 BMW 528 (240 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 134 more horse power than 1977 Citroen CX. (106 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 BMW 528 should accelerate faster than 1977 Citroen CX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 BMW 528 weights approximately 550 kg more than 1977 Citroen CX. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2012 BMW 528 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1977 Citroen CX. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 BMW 528 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, 2012 BMW 528 (352 Nm @ 1250 RPM) has 191 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Citroen CX. (161 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2012 BMW 528 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Citroen CX.
Compare all specifications:
1977 Citroen CX | 2012 BMW 528 | |
Make | Citroen | BMW |
Model | CX | 528 |
Year Released | 1977 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1985 cc | 2000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 106 HP | 240 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 161 Nm | 352 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1250 RPM |
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 | 1815 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4899 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1464 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2968 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 70 L |