1980 Citroen LN vs. 2012 BMW 328
To start off, 2012 BMW 328 is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Citroen LN. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Citroen LN would be higher. At 2,979 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 BMW 328 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 BMW 328 (230 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 195 more horse power than 1980 Citroen LN. (35 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 BMW 328 should accelerate faster than 1980 Citroen LN. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 BMW 328 weights approximately 915 kg more than 1980 Citroen LN. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2012 BMW 328 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1980 Citroen LN. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 BMW 328 will offer significantly more control. 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 328 (271 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 221 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Citroen LN. (50 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2012 BMW 328 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Citroen LN.
Compare all specifications:
1980 Citroen LN | 2012 BMW 328 | |
Make | Citroen | BMW |
Model | LN | 328 |
Year Released | 1980 | 2012 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 651 cc | 2979 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 35 HP | 230 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 50 Nm | 271 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 710 kg | 1625 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3390 mm | 4536 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1816 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1417 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2240 mm | 2810 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 43 L | 57 L |