1996 BMW 520 vs. 1977 Citroen CX
To start off, 1996 BMW 520 is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Citroen CX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Citroen CX would be higher. At 1,990 cc (6 cylinders), 1996 BMW 520 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 BMW 520 (150 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 44 more horse power than 1977 Citroen CX. (106 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 BMW 520 should accelerate faster than 1977 Citroen CX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 BMW 520 weights approximately 231 kg more than 1977 Citroen CX. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1996 BMW 520 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 1996 BMW 520. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1977 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, 1996 BMW 520 (190 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 29 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Citroen CX. (161 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1996 BMW 520 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Citroen CX.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 BMW 520 | 1977 Citroen CX | |
| Make | BMW | Citroen |
| Model | 520 | CX |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1977 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1990 cc | 1985 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 150 HP | 106 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 190 Nm | 161 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 66 mm | 88 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1496 kg | 1265 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 4670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2850 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 68 L |
