1990 Citroen CX vs. 2010 BMW 325
To start off, 2010 BMW 325 is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Citroen CX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Citroen CX would be higher. At 2,494 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 BMW 325 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 BMW 325 (215 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 113 more horse power than 1990 Citroen CX. (102 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 BMW 325 should accelerate faster than 1990 Citroen CX.
Because 2010 BMW 325 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 2010 BMW 325. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1990 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, 2010 BMW 325 (315 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 156 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Citroen CX. (159 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 2010 BMW 325 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Citroen CX.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Citroen CX | 2010 BMW 325 | |
| Make | Citroen | BMW |
| Model | CX | 325 |
| Year Released | 1990 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1985 cc | 2494 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 102 HP | 215 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 159 Nm | 315 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 85.5 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 9.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 175 km/hour | 245 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1430 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1820 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2770 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.2 L/100km | 8.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 60 L |
