1995 BMW S3 vs. 1986 Citroen CX
To start off, 1995 BMW S3 is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Citroen CX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Citroen CX would be higher. At 2,500 cc (4 cylinders), 1986 Citroen CX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 BMW S3 (338 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 200 more horse power than 1986 Citroen CX. (138 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 BMW S3 should accelerate faster than 1986 Citroen CX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 BMW S3 weights approximately 305 kg more than 1986 Citroen CX. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1995 BMW S3 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 1995 BMW S3. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1986 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, 1995 BMW S3 (260 Nm) has 54 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Citroen CX. (206 Nm). This means 1995 BMW S3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Citroen CX.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 BMW S3 | 1986 Citroen CX | |
| Make | BMW | Citroen |
| Model | S3 | CX |
| Year Released | 1995 | 1986 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2497 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 338 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 260 Nm | 206 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 8.7:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1725 kg | 1420 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4910 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 3100 mm |
