2007 BMW 116 vs. 1990 Citroen CX
To start off, 2007 BMW 116 is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Citroen CX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Citroen CX would be higher. At 1,985 cc (4 cylinders), 1990 Citroen CX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW 116 (114 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 1990 Citroen CX. (102 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW 116 should accelerate faster than 1990 Citroen CX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Citroen CX weights approximately 25 kg more than 2007 BMW 116.
Because 2007 BMW 116 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 2007 BMW 116. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1990 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, 1990 Citroen CX (159 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 9 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 BMW 116. (150 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 1990 Citroen CX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 BMW 116.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 BMW 116 | 1990 Citroen CX | |
| Make | BMW | Citroen |
| Model | 116 | CX |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1990 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1596 cc | 1985 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 102 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 150 Nm | 159 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 3250 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 195 km/hour | 175 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1205 kg | 1230 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 4670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1440 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2750 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.5 L/100km | 5.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 80 L |
