2004 BMW 330 vs. 1979 Citroen CX
To start off, 2004 BMW 330 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 2,983 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 BMW 330 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 BMW 330 (225 HP @ 7400 RPM) has 118 more horse power than 1979 Citroen CX. (107 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 BMW 330 should accelerate faster than 1979 Citroen CX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 BMW 330 weights approximately 255 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.
Let's talk about torque, 2004 BMW 330 (300 Nm) has 133 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Citroen CX. (167 Nm). This means 2004 BMW 330 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Citroen CX.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 BMW 330 | 1979 Citroen CX | |
| Make | BMW | Citroen |
| Model | 330 | CX |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1979 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2983 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 225 HP | 107 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7400 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 167 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 87.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 82 mm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1490 kg | 1235 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4680 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2860 mm |
