2007 BMW 325 vs. 1975 Citroen CX
To start off, 2007 BMW 325 is newer by 32 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 2,497 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 BMW 325 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW 325 (215 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 114 more horse power than 1975 Citroen CX. (101 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW 325 should accelerate faster than 1975 Citroen CX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 BMW 325 weights approximately 154 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.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 BMW 325 (250 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 89 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Citroen CX. (161 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2007 BMW 325 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Citroen CX.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 BMW 325 | 1975 Citroen CX | |
| Make | BMW | Citroen |
| Model | 325 | CX |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1975 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2497 cc | 1905 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 215 HP | 101 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 250 Nm | 161 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 78.8 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 9.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1420 kg | 1266 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 4670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1400 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1790 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2850 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 68 L |
