1973 BMW 2004 vs. 2004 Citroen C5
To start off, 2004 Citroen C5 is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 BMW 2004. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 BMW 2004 would be higher. At 1,991 cc (4 cylinders), 1973 BMW 2004 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 BMW 2004 (97 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 2004 Citroen C5. (57 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1973 BMW 2004 should accelerate faster than 2004 Citroen C5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Citroen C5 weights approximately 402 kg more than 1973 BMW 2004.
Because 1973 BMW 2004 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1973 BMW 2004. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Citroen C5, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1973 BMW 2004 (157 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 47 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Citroen C5. (110 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1973 BMW 2004 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Citroen C5.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 BMW 2004 | 2004 Citroen C5 | |
| Make | BMW | Citroen |
| Model | 2004 | C5 |
| Year Released | 1973 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1991 cc | 1761 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 97 HP | 57 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 157 Nm | 110 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 82.7 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 81.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 10.8:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1020 kg | 1422 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4420 mm | 4850 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1520 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2770 mm |
