1997 BMW 730 vs. 1979 Citroen CX
To start off, 1997 BMW 730 is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Citroen CX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Citroen CX would be higher. At 2,792 cc (6 cylinders), 1997 BMW 730 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 BMW 730 (190 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 83 more horse power than 1979 Citroen CX. (107 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 BMW 730 should accelerate faster than 1979 Citroen CX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 BMW 730 weights approximately 345 kg more than 1979 Citroen CX. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1997 BMW 730 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 1997 BMW 730. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1979 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, 1997 BMW 730 (279 Nm @ 3950 RPM) has 113 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Citroen CX. (166 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 1997 BMW 730 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Citroen CX.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 BMW 730 | 1979 Citroen CX | |
| Make | BMW | Citroen |
| Model | 730 | CX |
| Year Released | 1997 | 1979 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2792 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 190 HP | 107 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 279 Nm | 166 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3950 RPM | 3250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 87.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 82 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1745 kg | 1400 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5130 mm | 4970 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2940 mm | 3100 mm |
