2004 BMW 318 vs. 1979 Citroen CX
To start off, 2004 BMW 318 is newer by 25 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 1,994 cc (4 cylinders), 1979 Citroen CX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 BMW 318 (113 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 1979 Citroen CX. (107 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 BMW 318 should accelerate faster than 1979 Citroen CX.
Because 2004 BMW 318 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 2004 BMW 318. 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, 2004 BMW 318 (175 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 9 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Citroen CX. (166 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 2004 BMW 318 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Citroen CX.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 BMW 318 | 1979 Citroen CX | |
| Make | BMW | Citroen |
| Model | 318 | CX |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1979 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1796 cc | 1994 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 113 HP | 107 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 175 Nm | 166 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 3250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 87.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 9.2:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1390 kg | 1390 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4970 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 3100 mm |
