2002 BMW 332 vs. 1979 Citroen CX
To start off, 2002 BMW 332 is newer by 23 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 3,201 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 BMW 332 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 BMW 332 (338 HP @ 7900 RPM) has 231 more horse power than 1979 Citroen CX. (107 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 BMW 332 should accelerate faster than 1979 Citroen CX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 BMW 332 weights approximately 420 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 2002 BMW 332 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 2002 BMW 332. 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, 2002 BMW 332 (330 Nm @ 4900 RPM) has 163 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Citroen CX. (167 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 2002 BMW 332 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Citroen CX.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 BMW 332 | 1979 Citroen CX | |
| Make | BMW | Citroen |
| Model | 332 | CX |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1979 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3201 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 338 HP | 107 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7900 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 330 Nm | 167 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4900 RPM | 3250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87.1 mm | 87.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 91 mm | 82 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1655 kg | 1235 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4680 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2860 mm |
