1999 BMW 323 vs. 1985 Citroen CX
To start off, 1999 BMW 323 is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Citroen CX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Citroen CX would be higher. At 2,494 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 BMW 323 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 BMW 323 (170 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 56 more horse power than 1985 Citroen CX. (114 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 BMW 323 should accelerate faster than 1985 Citroen CX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Citroen CX weights approximately 10 kg more than 1999 BMW 323.
Because 1999 BMW 323 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 1999 BMW 323. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1985 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, 1999 BMW 323 (245 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 68 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Citroen CX. (177 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 1999 BMW 323 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Citroen CX.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 BMW 323 | 1985 Citroen CX | |
| Make | BMW | Citroen |
| Model | 323 | CX |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1985 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2494 cc | 2164 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 170 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 245 Nm | 177 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3250 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1430 kg | 1440 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4930 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 3100 mm |
