1962 BMW 1800 vs. 2005 Citroen Xsara
To start off, 2005 Citroen Xsara is newer by 43 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 BMW 1800. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 BMW 1800 would be higher. At 1,771 cc (4 cylinders), 1962 BMW 1800 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1962 BMW 1800 (90 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 2005 Citroen Xsara. (89 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1962 BMW 1800 should accelerate faster than 2005 Citroen Xsara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Citroen Xsara weights approximately 203 kg more than 1962 BMW 1800.
Because 1962 BMW 1800 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 1962 BMW 1800. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Citroen Xsara, 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, 1962 BMW 1800 (144 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Citroen Xsara. (140 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1962 BMW 1800 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Citroen Xsara.
Compare all specifications:
| 1962 BMW 1800 | 2005 Citroen Xsara | |
| Make | BMW | Citroen |
| Model | 1800 | Xsara |
| Year Released | 1962 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1771 cc | 1587 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 90 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 144 Nm | 140 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 78.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 82 mm |
| Top Speed | 161 km/hour | 170 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1043 kg | 1246 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4190 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2550 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 66 L |
