2006 BMW 530 vs. 1984 Citroen CX
To start off, 2006 BMW 530 is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Citroen CX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Citroen CX would be higher. At 2,999 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 BMW 530 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 BMW 530 (255 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 87 more horse power than 1984 Citroen CX. (168 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 BMW 530 should accelerate faster than 1984 Citroen CX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 BMW 530 weights approximately 341 kg more than 1984 Citroen CX. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 BMW 530 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1984 Citroen CX. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 BMW 530 will offer significantly more control. 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, 1984 Citroen CX (301 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 3 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 BMW 530. (298 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 1984 Citroen CX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 BMW 530.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 BMW 530 | 1984 Citroen CX | |
| Make | BMW | Citroen |
| Model | 530 | CX |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1984 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2999 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 255 HP | 168 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 298 Nm | 301 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 3250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 92 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 208 km/hour |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1750 kg | 1409 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 4670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2860 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 68 L |
