1972 BMW Touring vs. 2008 Citroen C3
To start off, 2008 Citroen C3 is newer by 36 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 1,587 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Citroen C3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Citroen C3 (108 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 1972 BMW Touring. (83 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Citroen C3 should accelerate faster than 1972 BMW Touring. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Citroen C3 weights approximately 108 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, 2008 Citroen C3 (147 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 17 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 BMW Touring. (130 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2008 Citroen C3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 BMW Touring.
Compare all specifications:
1972 BMW Touring | 2008 Citroen C3 | |
Make | BMW | Citroen |
Model | Touring | C3 |
Year Released | 1972 | 2008 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1574 cc | 1587 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 83 HP | 108 HP |
Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 130 Nm | 147 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 78.6 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 71 mm | 82 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.6:1 | 11.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1030 kg | 1138 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4120 mm | 3860 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1670 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1540 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2470 mm |