2005 BMW 330 vs. 1979 Citroen CX
To start off, 2005 BMW 330 is newer by 26 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 2,993 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 BMW 330 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 BMW 330 (225 HP @ 7400 RPM) has 118 more horse power than 1979 Citroen CX. (107 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 BMW 330 should accelerate faster than 1979 Citroen CX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 BMW 330 weights approximately 180 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, 2005 BMW 330 (290 Nm) has 124 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Citroen CX. (166 Nm). This means 2005 BMW 330 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Citroen CX.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 BMW 330 | 1979 Citroen CX | |
| Make | BMW | Citroen |
| Model | 330 | CX |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1979 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2993 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 | 290 Nm | 166 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 87.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 9.2:1 |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1580 kg | 1400 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4970 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 3100 mm |
