1971 BMW Touring vs. 2001 Citroen C5
To start off, 2001 Citroen C5 is newer by 30 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 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Citroen C5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1971 BMW Touring (85 HP) has 26 more horse power than 2001 Citroen C5. (59 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1971 BMW Touring should accelerate faster than 2001 Citroen C5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Citroen C5 weights approximately 565 kg more than 1971 BMW Touring.
Let's talk about torque, 1971 BMW Touring (130 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Citroen C5. (110 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1971 BMW Touring will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Citroen C5.
Compare all specifications:
1971 BMW Touring | 2001 Citroen C5 | |
Make | BMW | Citroen |
Model | Touring | C5 |
Year Released | 1971 | 2001 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1573 cc | 1997 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 85 HP | 59 HP |
Torque | 130 Nm | 110 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84.1 mm | 85 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 71 mm | 88 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.6:1 | 11.4:1 |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1030 kg | 1595 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4120 mm | 4760 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1520 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2760 mm |