1972 BMW Touring vs. 1998 Citroen Xsara
To start off, 1998 Citroen Xsara is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 BMW Touring. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 BMW Touring would be higher. At 1,761 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Citroen Xsara is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Citroen Xsara (89 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 1972 BMW Touring. (83 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Citroen Xsara should accelerate faster than 1972 BMW Touring. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Citroen Xsara weights approximately 50 kg more than 1972 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, 1998 Citroen Xsara (153 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 23 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 BMW Touring. (130 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1998 Citroen Xsara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 BMW Touring.
Compare all specifications:
1972 BMW Touring | 1998 Citroen Xsara | |
Make | BMW | Citroen |
Model | Touring | Xsara |
Year Released | 1972 | 1998 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1574 cc | 1761 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 83 HP | 89 HP |
Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 130 Nm | 153 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Vehicle Weight | 1030 kg | 1080 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4120 mm | 4170 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2550 mm |