1990 BMW 320 vs. 1976 Citroen CX
To start off, 1990 BMW 320 is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Citroen CX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Citroen CX would be higher. At 2,199 cc (6 cylinders), 1990 BMW 320 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 BMW 320 (115 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 1976 Citroen CX. (106 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 BMW 320 should accelerate faster than 1976 Citroen CX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Citroen CX weights approximately 29 kg more than 1990 BMW 320.
Because 1990 BMW 320 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 1990 BMW 320. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1976 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, 1990 BMW 320 (224 Nm) has 63 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Citroen CX. (161 Nm). This means 1990 BMW 320 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Citroen CX.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 BMW 320 | 1976 Citroen CX | |
| Make | BMW | Citroen |
| Model | 320 | CX |
| Year Released | 1990 | 1976 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2199 cc | 1985 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 115 HP | 106 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 224 Nm | 161 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 9.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1236 kg | 1265 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4330 mm | 4670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2850 mm |
