1977 BMW 520 vs. 1981 Citroen Mehari
To start off, 1981 Citroen Mehari is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 BMW 520. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 BMW 520 would be higher. At 1,990 cc (6 cylinders), 1977 BMW 520 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1977 BMW 520 (120 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 91 more horse power than 1981 Citroen Mehari. (29 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1977 BMW 520 should accelerate faster than 1981 Citroen Mehari. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1977 BMW 520 weights approximately 755 kg more than 1981 Citroen Mehari. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1977 BMW 520 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 1977 BMW 520. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1981 Citroen Mehari, 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, 1977 BMW 520 (160 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 121 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Citroen Mehari. (39 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1977 BMW 520 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Citroen Mehari.
Compare all specifications:
1977 BMW 520 | 1981 Citroen Mehari | |
Make | BMW | Citroen |
Model | 520 | Mehari |
Year Released | 1977 | 1981 |
Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1990 cc | 602 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 120 HP | 29 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5750 RPM |
Torque | 160 Nm | 39 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1310 kg | 555 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4630 mm | 3530 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1540 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1640 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2410 mm |