2009 BMW 330 vs. 1979 Citroen CX
To start off, 2009 BMW 330 is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Citroen CX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Citroen CX would be higher. At 2,993 cc, 2009 BMW 330 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW 330 (242 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 135 more horse power than 1979 Citroen CX. (107 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW 330 should accelerate faster than 1979 Citroen CX.
Let's talk about torque, 2009 BMW 330 (521 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 354 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Citroen CX. (167 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 2009 BMW 330 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Citroen CX.
Compare all specifications:
2009 BMW 330 | 1979 Citroen CX | |
Make | BMW | Citroen |
Model | 330 | CX |
Year Released | 2009 | 1979 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2993 cc | 1995 cc |
Horse Power | 242 HP | 107 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 521 Nm | 167 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3250 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 87.9 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 82 mm |
Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 175 km/hour |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Length | 4540 mm | 4680 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1370 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2860 mm |