2003 BMW 325 vs. 1988 Citroen CX
To start off, 2003 BMW 325 is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Citroen CX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Citroen CX would be higher. At 2,500 cc (4 cylinders), 1988 Citroen CX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 BMW 325 (192 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 55 more horse power than 1988 Citroen CX. (137 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 BMW 325 should accelerate faster than 1988 Citroen CX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 BMW 325 weights approximately 60 kg more than 1988 Citroen CX. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2003 BMW 325 (245 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 39 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Citroen CX. (206 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2003 BMW 325 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Citroen CX.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 BMW 325 | 1988 Citroen CX | |
| Make | BMW | Citroen |
| Model | 325 | CX |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1988 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2494 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 192 HP | 137 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 245 Nm | 206 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 8.7:1 |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1480 kg | 1420 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 4910 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 3100 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 80 L |
