1971 BMW Touring vs. 2009 Citroen C3
To start off, 2009 Citroen C3 is newer by 38 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 1,573 cc (4 cylinders), 1971 BMW Touring is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1971 BMW Touring (85 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 2009 Citroen C3. (67 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1971 BMW Touring should accelerate faster than 2009 Citroen C3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Citroen C3 weights approximately 93 kg more than 1971 BMW Touring.
Let's talk about torque, 2009 Citroen C3 (161 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 31 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 BMW Touring. (130 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2009 Citroen C3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 BMW Touring.
Compare all specifications:
1971 BMW Touring | 2009 Citroen C3 | |
Make | BMW | Citroen |
Model | Touring | C3 |
Year Released | 1971 | 2009 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1573 cc | 1398 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 85 HP | 67 HP |
Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 130 Nm | 161 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84.1 mm | 73.7 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 71 mm | 82 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1030 kg | 1123 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4120 mm | 3870 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1670 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1520 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2470 mm |