1990 BMW 518 vs. 1974 Citroen CX
To start off, 1990 BMW 518 is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Citroen CX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Citroen CX would be higher. At 2,500 cc (4 cylinders), 1974 Citroen CX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 BMW 518 (113 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 1974 Citroen CX. (95 HP @ 3700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 BMW 518 should accelerate faster than 1974 Citroen CX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Citroen CX weights approximately 360 kg more than 1990 BMW 518.
Because 1990 BMW 518 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 518. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1974 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, 1974 Citroen CX (216 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 55 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 BMW 518. (161 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 1974 Citroen CX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 BMW 518.
Compare all specifications:
1990 BMW 518 | 1974 Citroen CX | |
Make | BMW | Citroen |
Model | 518 | CX |
Year Released | 1990 | 1974 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1766 cc | 2500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 113 HP | 95 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 3700 RPM |
Torque | 161 Nm | 216 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 21.0:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1160 kg | 1520 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 4960 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 3100 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 52 L | 68 L |