2007 BMW 320 vs. 1988 Citroen CX
To start off, 2007 BMW 320 is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Citroen CX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Citroen CX would be higher. At 2,500 cc (4 cylinders), 1988 Citroen CX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW 320 (148 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 1988 Citroen CX. (137 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW 320 should accelerate faster than 1988 Citroen CX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Citroen CX weights approximately 25 kg more than 2007 BMW 320.
Let's talk about torque, 1988 Citroen CX (206 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 6 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 BMW 320. (200 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1988 Citroen CX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 BMW 320.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 BMW 320 | 1988 Citroen CX | |
| Make | BMW | Citroen |
| Model | 320 | CX |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1988 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1994 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 137 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 200 Nm | 206 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 8.7:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1395 kg | 1420 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4910 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1430 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1880 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 3100 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 80 L |
