2009 BMW 335 vs. 1974 Citroen CX
To start off, 2009 BMW 335 is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Citroen CX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Citroen CX would be higher. At 2,499 cc (4 cylinders), 1974 Citroen CX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW 335 (215 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 77 more horse power than 1974 Citroen CX. (138 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW 335 should accelerate faster than 1974 Citroen CX.
Let's talk about torque, 1974 Citroen CX (206 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 6 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 BMW 335. (200 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 1974 Citroen CX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 BMW 335. 1974 Citroen CX has automatic transmission and 2009 BMW 335 has manual transmission. 2009 BMW 335 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1974 Citroen CX will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 BMW 335 | 1974 Citroen CX | |
| Make | BMW | Citroen |
| Model | 335 | CX |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1974 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2496 cc | 2499 cc |
| Horse Power | 215 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 200 Nm | 206 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 8.7:1 |
| Top Speed | 240 km/hour | 195 km/hour |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4680 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2860 mm |
