2006 BMW 320 vs. 1975 Citroen CX
To start off, 2006 BMW 320 is newer by 31 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 2,164 cc (4 cylinders), 1975 Citroen CX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 BMW 320 (148 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 33 more horse power than 1975 Citroen CX. (115 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 BMW 320 should accelerate faster than 1975 Citroen CX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 BMW 320 weights approximately 435 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.
Because 2006 BMW 320 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 320. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1975 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, 2006 BMW 320 (330 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 152 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Citroen CX. (178 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 2006 BMW 320 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Citroen CX.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 BMW 320 | 1975 Citroen CX | |
| Make | BMW | Citroen |
| Model | 320 | CX |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1975 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 2164 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 115 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 330 Nm | 178 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 89 mm |
| Top Speed | 211 km/hour | 184 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1680 kg | 1245 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4680 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2860 mm |
