1991 BMW 518 vs. 1979 Citroen CX
To start off, 1991 BMW 518 is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Citroen CX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Citroen CX would be higher. At 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 1979 Citroen CX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 BMW 518 (114 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 1979 Citroen CX. (107 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1991 BMW 518 should accelerate faster than 1979 Citroen CX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Citroen CX weights approximately 75 kg more than 1991 BMW 518.
Because 1991 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 1991 BMW 518. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1979 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, 1979 Citroen CX (167 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 2 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 BMW 518. (165 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 1979 Citroen CX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 BMW 518.
Compare all specifications:
1991 BMW 518 | 1979 Citroen CX | |
Make | BMW | Citroen |
Model | 518 | CX |
Year Released | 1991 | 1979 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1766 cc | 1995 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 114 HP | 107 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 165 Nm | 167 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 3250 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 87.9 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 81 mm | 82 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1160 kg | 1235 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 4680 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1370 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2860 mm |