1973 BMW Touring vs. 1999 Citroen Xsara
To start off, 1999 Citroen Xsara is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 BMW Touring. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 BMW Touring would be higher. At 1,587 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Citroen Xsara is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Citroen Xsara (89 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 1973 BMW Touring. (85 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Citroen Xsara should accelerate faster than 1973 BMW Touring. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Citroen Xsara weights approximately 70 kg more than 1973 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, 1999 Citroen Xsara (137 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 7 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 BMW Touring. (130 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1999 Citroen Xsara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 BMW Touring.
Compare all specifications:
1973 BMW Touring | 1999 Citroen Xsara | |
Make | BMW | Citroen |
Model | Touring | Xsara |
Year Released | 1973 | 1999 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1573 cc | 1587 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 85 HP | 89 HP |
Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 130 Nm | 137 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 78.6 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 71 mm | 82 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1030 kg | 1100 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4120 mm | 4360 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2550 mm |