1987 BMW Z1 vs. 1988 Citroen CX
To start off, 1988 Citroen CX is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 BMW Z1. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 BMW Z1 would be higher. At 2,494 cc (6 cylinders), 1987 BMW Z1 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 BMW Z1 (175 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 61 more horse power than 1988 Citroen CX. (114 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1987 BMW Z1 should accelerate faster than 1988 Citroen CX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Citroen CX weights approximately 190 kg more than 1987 BMW Z1.
Because 1987 BMW Z1 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 Z1. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1988 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, 1987 BMW Z1 (230 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 53 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Citroen CX. (177 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 1987 BMW Z1 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Citroen CX.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 BMW Z1 | 1988 Citroen CX | |
| Make | BMW | Citroen |
| Model | Z1 | CX |
| Year Released | 1987 | 1988 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2494 cc | 2165 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 175 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 230 Nm | 177 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78.8 mm | 85.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1250 kg | 1440 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3960 mm | 4930 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 3100 mm |
