1996 BMW 745 vs. 1976 Citroen CX
To start off, 1996 BMW 745 is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Citroen CX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Citroen CX would be higher. At 4,398 cc (8 cylinders), 1996 BMW 745 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 BMW 745 (283 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 177 more horse power than 1976 Citroen CX. (106 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 BMW 745 should accelerate faster than 1976 Citroen CX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 BMW 745 weights approximately 630 kg more than 1976 Citroen CX. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1996 BMW 745 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 745. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1976 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 745 (420 Nm @ 3900 RPM) has 259 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Citroen CX. (161 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1996 BMW 745 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Citroen CX.
Compare all specifications:
1996 BMW 745 | 1976 Citroen CX | |
Make | BMW | Citroen |
Model | 745 | CX |
Year Released | 1996 | 1976 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4398 cc | 1985 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 283 HP | 106 HP |
Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 420 Nm | 161 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3900 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 83 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 82.7 mm | 88 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1895 kg | 1265 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5130 mm | 4670 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1370 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2940 mm | 2850 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 68 L |