1990 BMW 518 vs. 1984 Citroen CX
To start off, 1990 BMW 518 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Citroen CX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Citroen CX would be higher. At 2,500 cc (4 cylinders), 1984 Citroen CX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Citroen CX (168 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 55 more horse power than 1990 BMW 518. (113 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1984 Citroen CX should accelerate faster than 1990 BMW 518. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Citroen CX weights approximately 249 kg more than 1990 BMW 518. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1984 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, 1984 Citroen CX (301 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 140 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 BMW 518. (161 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 1984 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 | 1984 Citroen CX | |
| Make | BMW | Citroen |
| Model | 518 | CX |
| Year Released | 1990 | 1984 |
| 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 | 168 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 161 Nm | 301 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 3250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81 mm | 92 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| 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 | 1409 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 4670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2860 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 52 L | 68 L |
