1988 Citroen CX vs. 2013 BMW 3 Series
To start off, 2013 BMW 3 Series is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Citroen CX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Citroen CX would be higher. At 2,979 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 BMW 3 Series is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 BMW 3 Series (227 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 113 more horse power than 1988 Citroen CX. (114 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 BMW 3 Series should accelerate faster than 1988 Citroen CX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 BMW 3 Series weights approximately 377 kg more than 1988 Citroen CX. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2013 BMW 3 Series is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1988 Citroen CX. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 BMW 3 Series 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, 2013 BMW 3 Series (271 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 94 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Citroen CX. (177 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 2013 BMW 3 Series will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Citroen CX. 2013 BMW 3 Series has automatic transmission and 1988 Citroen CX has manual transmission. 1988 Citroen CX will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2013 BMW 3 Series will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Citroen CX | 2013 BMW 3 Series | |
| Make | Citroen | BMW |
| Model | CX | 3 Series |
| Year Released | 1988 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2165 cc | 2979 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 227 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 177 Nm | 271 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 88 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 89 mm | 88 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 8-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1248 kg | 1625 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4620 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1961 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1395 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2760 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 61 L |
