1993 BMW 840 vs. 1984 Citroen CX
To start off, 1993 BMW 840 is newer by 9 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 3,982 cc (8 cylinders), 1993 BMW 840 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 BMW 840 (283 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 178 more horse power than 1984 Citroen CX. (105 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 BMW 840 should accelerate faster than 1984 Citroen CX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 BMW 840 weights approximately 515 kg more than 1984 Citroen CX. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1993 BMW 840 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 1993 BMW 840. 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, 1993 BMW 840 (400 Nm @ 5100 RPM) has 241 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Citroen CX. (159 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 1993 BMW 840 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Citroen CX.
Compare all specifications:
1993 BMW 840 | 1984 Citroen CX | |
Make | BMW | Citroen |
Model | 840 | CX |
Year Released | 1993 | 1984 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3982 cc | 1995 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 283 HP | 105 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 400 Nm | 159 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5100 RPM | 3250 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 86.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 85.5 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1740 kg | 1225 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 4670 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1370 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2750 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 80 L |