1990 BMW M3 vs. 1985 Citroen CX
To start off, 1990 BMW M3 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Citroen CX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Citroen CX would be higher. At 2,500 cc (4 cylinders), 1985 Citroen CX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 BMW M3 (238 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 70 more horse power than 1985 Citroen CX. (168 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 BMW M3 should accelerate faster than 1985 Citroen CX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Citroen CX weights approximately 294 kg more than 1990 BMW M3.
Because 1990 BMW M3 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 M3. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1985 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, 1985 Citroen CX (300 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 60 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 BMW M3. (240 Nm @ 4750 RPM). This means 1985 Citroen CX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 BMW M3.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 BMW M3 | 1985 Citroen CX | |
| Make | BMW | Citroen |
| Model | M3 | CX |
| Year Released | 1990 | 1985 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2467 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 238 HP | 168 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 240 Nm | 300 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4750 RPM | 3250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 95.1 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 87 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 7.8:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1200 kg | 1494 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 4910 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 3100 mm |
