1987 BMW 324 vs. 1984 Citroen CX
To start off, 1987 BMW 324 is newer by 3 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, 1984 Citroen CX (168 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 55 more horse power than 1987 BMW 324. (113 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1984 Citroen CX should accelerate faster than 1987 BMW 324. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Citroen CX weights approximately 149 kg more than 1987 BMW 324. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1987 BMW 324 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 1987 BMW 324. 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 87 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 BMW 324. (214 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1984 Citroen CX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 BMW 324.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 BMW 324 | 1984 Citroen CX | |
| Make | BMW | Citroen |
| Model | 324 | CX |
| Year Released | 1987 | 1984 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2443 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 113 HP | 168 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 214 Nm | 301 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80.1 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81 mm | 92 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1260 kg | 1409 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4330 mm | 4670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2860 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 68 L |
