2005 BMW 330 vs. 1975 Citroen CX
To start off, 2005 BMW 330 is newer by 30 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 2,979 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 BMW 330 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 BMW 330 (254 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 139 more horse power than 1975 Citroen CX. (115 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 BMW 330 should accelerate faster than 1975 Citroen CX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 BMW 330 weights approximately 280 kg more than 1975 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 330 (300 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 122 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Citroen CX. (178 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 2005 BMW 330 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Citroen CX.
Compare all specifications:
2005 BMW 330 | 1975 Citroen CX | |
Make | BMW | Citroen |
Model | 330 | CX |
Year Released | 2005 | 1975 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2979 cc | 2164 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 254 HP | 115 HP |
Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 300 Nm | 178 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3250 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 88 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 89 mm |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1525 kg | 1245 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4680 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1370 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2860 mm |