1984 Citroen CX vs. 2011 BMW 120
To start off, 2011 BMW 120 is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Citroen CX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Citroen CX would be higher. At 2,500 cc (4 cylinders), 1984 Citroen CX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 BMW 120 (175 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 1984 Citroen CX. (168 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 BMW 120 should accelerate faster than 1984 Citroen CX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Citroen CX weights approximately 24 kg more than 2011 BMW 120.
Because 2011 BMW 120 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 2011 BMW 120. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1984 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, 2011 BMW 120 (350 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 49 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Citroen CX. (301 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 2011 BMW 120 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Citroen CX.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Citroen CX | 2011 BMW 120 | |
| Make | Citroen | BMW |
| Model | CX | 120 |
| Year Released | 1984 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2500 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 168 HP | 175 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 301 Nm | 350 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 208 km/hour | 228 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1409 kg | 1385 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4370 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1430 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1860 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2670 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 51 L |
