1990 BMW 518 vs. 1976 Citroen CX
To start off, 1990 BMW 518 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 2,345 cc (4 cylinders), 1976 Citroen CX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1976 Citroen CX (115 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 1990 BMW 518. (113 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1976 Citroen CX should accelerate faster than 1990 BMW 518. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 BMW 518 weights approximately 55 kg more than 1976 Citroen CX.
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, 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, 1976 Citroen CX (186 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 25 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 BMW 518. (161 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 1976 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 | 1976 Citroen CX | |
| Make | BMW | Citroen |
| Model | 518 | CX |
| Year Released | 1990 | 1976 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1794 cc | 2345 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 113 HP | 115 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 161 Nm | 186 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 93.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81 mm | 85.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 8.8:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1360 kg | 1305 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 4670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2850 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 68 L |
