1978 Citroen LN vs. 2012 BMW 325
To start off, 2012 BMW 325 is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Citroen LN. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Citroen LN would be higher. At 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 BMW 325 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 BMW 325 (217 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 182 more horse power than 1978 Citroen LN. (35 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 BMW 325 should accelerate faster than 1978 Citroen LN.
Because 2012 BMW 325 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 2012 BMW 325. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1978 Citroen LN, 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, 2012 BMW 325 (450 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 400 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Citroen LN. (50 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2012 BMW 325 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Citroen LN.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Citroen LN | 2012 BMW 325 | |
| Make | Citroen | BMW |
| Model | LN | 325 |
| Year Released | 1978 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 652 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 35 HP | 217 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 50 Nm | 450 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 3400 mm | 4624 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1811 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1384 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2240 mm | 2810 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 43 L | 57 L |
