1973 BMW Touring vs. 2011 Citroen C4
To start off, 2011 Citroen C4 is newer by 38 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 1,573 cc (4 cylinders), 1973 BMW Touring is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Citroen C4 (89 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 1973 BMW Touring. (85 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Citroen C4 should accelerate faster than 1973 BMW Touring. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Citroen C4 weights approximately 302 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, 2011 Citroen C4 (215 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 85 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 BMW Touring. (130 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2011 Citroen C4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 BMW Touring.
Compare all specifications:
1973 BMW Touring | 2011 Citroen C4 | |
Make | BMW | Citroen |
Model | Touring | C4 |
Year Released | 1973 | 2011 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1573 cc | 1560 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 85 HP | 89 HP |
Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 130 Nm | 215 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 75 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 71 mm | 88 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.6:1 | 18.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1030 kg | 1332 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4120 mm | 4270 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2610 mm |