1978 Citroen CX vs. 2010 BMW 328
To start off, 2010 BMW 328 is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Citroen CX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Citroen CX would be higher. At 3,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 BMW 328 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 BMW 328 (230 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 129 more horse power than 1978 Citroen CX. (101 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 BMW 328 should accelerate faster than 1978 Citroen CX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 BMW 328 weights approximately 360 kg more than 1978 Citroen CX. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2010 BMW 328 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1978 Citroen CX. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 BMW 328 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, 2010 BMW 328 (271 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 110 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Citroen CX. (161 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2010 BMW 328 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Citroen CX.
Compare all specifications:
1978 Citroen CX | 2010 BMW 328 | |
Make | Citroen | BMW |
Model | CX | 328 |
Year Released | 1978 | 2010 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1905 cc | 3000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 101 HP | 230 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 161 Nm | 271 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Front | AWD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1265 kg | 1625 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4600 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1783 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1369 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2761 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 61 L |