1985 Citroen CX vs. 2011 BMW 328
To start off, 2011 BMW 328 is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Citroen CX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Citroen CX would be higher. At 3,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 BMW 328 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 BMW 328 (230 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 93 more horse power than 1985 Citroen CX. (137 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 BMW 328 should accelerate faster than 1985 Citroen CX.
Because 2011 BMW 328 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1985 Citroen CX. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 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, 2011 BMW 328 (271 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 65 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Citroen CX. (206 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2011 BMW 328 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Citroen CX.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Citroen CX | 2011 BMW 328 | |
| Make | Citroen | BMW |
| Model | CX | 328 |
| Year Released | 1985 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2499 cc | 3000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 137 HP | 230 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 206 Nm | 271 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Length | 4930 mm | 4620 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1783 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1394 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3100 mm | 2761 mm |
