1972 BMW Touring vs. 2001 Citroen C3
To start off, 2001 Citroen C3 is newer by 29 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 1,574 cc (4 cylinders), 1972 BMW Touring is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 BMW Touring (83 HP) has 11 more horse power than 2001 Citroen C3. (72 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1972 BMW Touring should accelerate faster than 2001 Citroen C3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Citroen C3 weights approximately 181 kg more than 1972 BMW Touring.
Let's talk about torque, 1972 BMW Touring (130 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Citroen C3. (110 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 1972 BMW Touring will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Citroen C3.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 BMW Touring | 2001 Citroen C3 | |
| Make | BMW | Citroen |
| Model | Touring | C3 |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1574 cc | 1360 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 83 HP | 72 HP |
| Torque | 130 Nm | 110 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3300 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71 mm | 77 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.6:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1030 kg | 1211 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4120 mm | 3940 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1570 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2760 mm |
