1984 Citroen CX vs. 2011 BMW 125
To start off, 2011 BMW 125 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 2,996 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 BMW 125 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 BMW 125 (215 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 47 more horse power than 1984 Citroen CX. (168 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 BMW 125 should accelerate faster than 1984 Citroen CX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 BMW 125 weights approximately 176 kg more than 1984 Citroen CX. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2011 BMW 125 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 125. 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, 1984 Citroen CX (301 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 30 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 BMW 125. (271 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1984 Citroen CX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 BMW 125.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Citroen CX | 2011 BMW 125 | |
| Make | Citroen | BMW |
| Model | CX | 125 |
| Year Released | 1984 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2500 cc | 2996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 168 HP | 215 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Torque | 301 Nm | 271 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 208 km/hour | 238 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1409 kg | 1585 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4370 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2670 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 53 L |
