2005 BMW 325 vs. 1986 Citroen CX
To start off, 2005 BMW 325 is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Citroen CX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Citroen CX would be higher. At 2,491 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 BMW 325 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 BMW 325 (190 HP @ 7400 RPM) has 76 more horse power than 1986 Citroen CX. (114 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 BMW 325 should accelerate faster than 1986 Citroen CX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 BMW 325 weights approximately 190 kg more than 1986 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, 2005 BMW 325 (237 Nm) has 59 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Citroen CX. (178 Nm). This means 2005 BMW 325 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Citroen CX.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 BMW 325 | 1986 Citroen CX | |
| Make | BMW | Citroen |
| Model | 325 | CX |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1986 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2491 cc | 2165 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 190 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7400 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 237 Nm | 178 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 85.5 mm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1630 kg | 1440 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4930 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 3100 mm |
