2009 BMW 116 vs. 1975 Citroen CX
To start off, 2009 BMW 116 is newer by 34 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 2,164 cc (4 cylinders), 1975 Citroen CX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW 116 (120 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 1975 Citroen CX. (115 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW 116 should accelerate faster than 1975 Citroen CX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 Citroen CX weights approximately 70 kg more than 2009 BMW 116.
Because 2009 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 2009 BMW 116. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1975 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, 1975 Citroen CX (178 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 18 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 BMW 116. (160 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 1975 Citroen CX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 BMW 116.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 BMW 116 | 1975 Citroen CX | |
| Make | BMW | Citroen |
| Model | 116 | CX |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1975 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1595 cc | 2164 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 120 HP | 115 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 160 Nm | 178 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 3250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75.6 mm | 89 mm |
| Top Speed | 204 km/hour | 166 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1320 kg | 1390 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4250 mm | 4970 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 3100 mm |
