1974 BMW Touring vs. 2012 Citroen C3
To start off, 2012 Citroen C3 is newer by 38 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 BMW Touring. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 BMW Touring would be higher. At 1,572 cc (4 cylinders), 1974 BMW Touring is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Citroen C3 (108 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 1974 BMW Touring. (85 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Citroen C3 should accelerate faster than 1974 BMW Touring. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Citroen C3 weights approximately 378 kg more than 1974 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, 2012 Citroen C3 (245 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 115 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 BMW Touring. (130 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2012 Citroen C3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 BMW Touring.
Compare all specifications:
1974 BMW Touring | 2012 Citroen C3 | |
Make | BMW | Citroen |
Model | Touring | C3 |
Year Released | 1974 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1572 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 | 108 HP |
Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 130 Nm | 245 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 75.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 71 mm | 88.3 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 | 1408 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4120 mm | 4080 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1640 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2550 mm |