1979 Citroen CX vs. 2012 BMW 123
To start off, 2012 BMW 123 is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Citroen CX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Citroen CX would be higher. Both 1979 Citroen CX and 2012 BMW 123 are equipped with a 1,995 cc engine. In terms of performance, 2012 BMW 123 (202 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 96 more horse power than 1979 Citroen CX. (106 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 BMW 123 should accelerate faster than 1979 Citroen CX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 BMW 123 weights approximately 260 kg more than 1979 Citroen CX. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2012 BMW 123 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 123. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1979 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 123 (400 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 241 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Citroen CX. (159 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 2012 BMW 123 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Citroen CX.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Citroen CX | 2012 BMW 123 | |
| Make | Citroen | BMW |
| Model | CX | 123 |
| Year Released | 1979 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 106 HP | 202 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 159 Nm | 400 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1225 kg | 1485 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4239 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1748 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1421 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2660 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.2 L/100km | 5.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 51 L |
