1987 Citroen CX vs. 2010 BMW M6
To start off, 2010 BMW M6 is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Citroen CX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Citroen CX would be higher. At 5,000 cc (10 cylinders), 2010 BMW M6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 BMW M6 (500 HP @ 7750 RPM) has 363 more horse power than 1987 Citroen CX. (137 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 BMW M6 should accelerate faster than 1987 Citroen CX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 BMW M6 weights approximately 575 kg more than 1987 Citroen CX. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2010 BMW M6 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 2010 BMW M6. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1987 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, 2010 BMW M6 (519 Nm @ 6100 RPM) has 313 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Citroen CX. (206 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2010 BMW M6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Citroen CX.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Citroen CX | 2010 BMW M6 | |
| Make | Citroen | BMW |
| Model | CX | M6 |
| Year Released | 1987 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2500 cc | 5000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 10 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 137 HP | 500 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 7750 RPM |
| Torque | 206 Nm | 519 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1420 kg | 1995 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 4872 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1854 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1377 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3100 mm | 2781 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 70 L |
