1981 BMW 745 vs. 1975 Citroen CX
To start off, 1981 BMW 745 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Citroen CX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Citroen CX would be higher. At 3,430 cc (6 cylinders), 1981 BMW 745 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1981 BMW 745 (252 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 137 more horse power than 1975 Citroen CX. (115 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1981 BMW 745 should accelerate faster than 1975 Citroen CX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 BMW 745 weights approximately 200 kg more than 1975 Citroen CX. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1981 BMW 745 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 1981 BMW 745. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1975 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, 1981 BMW 745 (380 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 202 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Citroen CX. (178 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 1981 BMW 745 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Citroen CX.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 BMW 745 | 1975 Citroen CX | |
| Make | BMW | Citroen |
| Model | 745 | CX |
| Year Released | 1981 | 1975 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3430 cc | 2164 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 252 HP | 115 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 380 Nm | 178 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 3250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 89 mm |
| Top Speed | 220 km/hour | 166 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1590 kg | 1390 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 4970 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 3100 mm |
