1980 BMW 316 vs. 2009 Citroen Berlingo
To start off, 2009 Citroen Berlingo is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 BMW 316. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 BMW 316 would be higher. At 1,573 cc (4 cylinders), 1980 BMW 316 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 BMW 316 (89 HP) has 15 more horse power than 2009 Citroen Berlingo. (74 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1980 BMW 316 should accelerate faster than 2009 Citroen Berlingo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Citroen Berlingo weights approximately 193 kg more than 1980 BMW 316.
Because 1980 BMW 316 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 1980 BMW 316. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Citroen Berlingo, 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, 1980 BMW 316 (124 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Citroen Berlingo. (120 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1980 BMW 316 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Citroen Berlingo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 BMW 316 | 2009 Citroen Berlingo | |
| Make | BMW | Citroen |
| Model | 316 | Berlingo |
| Year Released | 1980 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Panel Van |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1573 cc | 1360 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 74 HP |
| Torque | 124 Nm | 120 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71 mm | 77 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 175 km/hour | 148 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1070 kg | 1263 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4330 mm | 4140 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1970 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2700 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 55 L |
