2004 BMW 320 vs. 1975 Citroen CX
To start off, 2004 BMW 320 is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Citroen CX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Citroen CX would be higher. At 2,164 cc (4 cylinders), 1975 Citroen CX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 BMW 320 (148 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 33 more horse power than 1975 Citroen CX. (115 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 BMW 320 should accelerate faster than 1975 Citroen CX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 Citroen CX weights approximately 80 kg more than 2004 BMW 320.
Because 2004 BMW 320 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 320. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1975 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 320 (210 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 32 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Citroen CX. (178 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 2004 BMW 320 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Citroen CX.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 BMW 320 | 1975 Citroen CX | |
| Make | BMW | Citroen |
| Model | 320 | CX |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1975 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 2164 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 115 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 210 Nm | 178 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 3250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 89 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1310 kg | 1390 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4970 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 3100 mm |
