1971 BMW Touring vs. 1992 Citroen ZX
To start off, 1992 Citroen ZX is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 BMW Touring. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 BMW Touring would be higher. At 1,905 cc (4 cylinders), 1992 Citroen ZX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Citroen ZX (150 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 65 more horse power than 1971 BMW Touring. (85 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1992 Citroen ZX should accelerate faster than 1971 BMW Touring. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Citroen ZX weights approximately 120 kg more than 1971 BMW Touring. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1992 Citroen ZX (183 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 53 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 BMW Touring. (130 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1992 Citroen ZX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 BMW Touring.
Compare all specifications:
1971 BMW Touring | 1992 Citroen ZX | |
Make | BMW | Citroen |
Model | Touring | ZX |
Year Released | 1971 | 1992 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1573 cc | 1905 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 85 HP | 150 HP |
Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 130 Nm | 183 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.6:1 | 10.4:1 |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1030 kg | 1150 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4120 mm | 4090 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2550 mm |