2005 BMW 330 vs. 1985 Citroen CX
To start off, 2005 BMW 330 is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Citroen CX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 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 57 more horse power than 1985 Citroen CX. (168 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 BMW 330 should accelerate faster than 1985 Citroen CX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 BMW 330 weights approximately 86 kg more than 1985 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, 1985 Citroen CX (300 Nm) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 BMW 330. (290 Nm). This means 1985 Citroen CX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 BMW 330.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 BMW 330 | 1985 Citroen CX | |
| Make | BMW | Citroen |
| Model | 330 | CX |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1985 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2993 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 225 HP | 168 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7400 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 290 Nm | 300 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 7.8:1 |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1580 kg | 1494 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4910 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 3100 mm |
