1996 BMW 525 vs. 1978 Citroen CX
To start off, 1996 BMW 525 is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Citroen CX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Citroen CX would be higher. At 2,499 cc (4 cylinders), 1978 Citroen CX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 BMW 525 (168 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 94 more horse power than 1978 Citroen CX. (74 HP @ 4250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 BMW 525 should accelerate faster than 1978 Citroen CX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 BMW 525 weights approximately 140 kg more than 1978 Citroen CX. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1996 BMW 525 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 525. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1978 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 525 (245 Nm @ 3950 RPM) has 96 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Citroen CX. (149 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1996 BMW 525 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Citroen CX.
Compare all specifications:
1996 BMW 525 | 1978 Citroen CX | |
Make | BMW | Citroen |
Model | 525 | CX |
Year Released | 1996 | 1978 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2494 cc | 2499 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 168 HP | 74 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Torque | 245 Nm | 149 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3950 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 93.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 92 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1510 kg | 1370 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4670 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1370 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2850 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 67 L | 80 L |