2006 BMW 118 vs. 1985 Citroen CX
To start off, 2006 BMW 118 is newer by 21 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 2,500 cc (4 cylinders), 1985 Citroen CX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Citroen CX (168 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 41 more horse power than 2006 BMW 118. (127 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1985 Citroen CX should accelerate faster than 2006 BMW 118. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 BMW 118 weights approximately 316 kg more than 1985 Citroen CX.
Because 2006 BMW 118 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2006 BMW 118. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1985 Citroen CX, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1985 Citroen CX (300 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 120 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 BMW 118. (180 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 1985 Citroen CX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 BMW 118.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 BMW 118 | 1985 Citroen CX | |
| Make | BMW | Citroen |
| Model | 118 | CX |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1985 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 127 HP | 168 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 180 Nm | 300 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 3250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 7.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1810 kg | 1494 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 4910 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 3100 mm |
