2007 BMW 525 vs. 1975 Citroen CX
To start off, 2007 BMW 525 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 525 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW 525 (215 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 100 more horse power than 1975 Citroen CX. (115 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW 525 should accelerate faster than 1975 Citroen CX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 BMW 525 weights approximately 320 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.
Because 2007 BMW 525 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1975 Citroen CX. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 BMW 525 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, 2007 BMW 525 (250 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 72 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Citroen CX. (178 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 2007 BMW 525 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Citroen CX.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 BMW 525 | 1975 Citroen CX | |
| Make | BMW | Citroen |
| Model | 525 | CX |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1975 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2497 cc | 2164 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 215 HP | 115 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 250 Nm | 178 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 3250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 78.8 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 89 mm |
| Top Speed | 237 km/hour | 184 km/hour |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1565 kg | 1245 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4680 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2860 mm |
