2007 BMW 320 vs. 1987 Citroen CX
To start off, 2007 BMW 320 is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Citroen CX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Citroen CX would be higher. At 2,165 cc (4 cylinders), 1987 Citroen CX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW 320 (148 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 1987 Citroen CX. (114 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW 320 should accelerate faster than 1987 Citroen CX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Citroen CX weights approximately 45 kg more than 2007 BMW 320.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 BMW 320 (200 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 23 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Citroen CX. (177 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 2007 BMW 320 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Citroen CX.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 BMW 320 | 1987 Citroen CX | |
| Make | BMW | Citroen |
| Model | 320 | CX |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1987 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1994 cc | 2165 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 200 Nm | 177 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 85.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1395 kg | 1440 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4930 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1430 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1880 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 3100 mm |
