1981 BMW 525 vs. 2001 Citroen Osee
To start off, 2001 Citroen Osee is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 BMW 525. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 BMW 525 would be higher. At 2,946 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 Citroen Osee is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Citroen Osee (191 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 43 more horse power than 1981 BMW 525. (148 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Citroen Osee should accelerate faster than 1981 BMW 525.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2001 Citroen Osee (272 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 57 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 BMW 525. (215 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2001 Citroen Osee will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 BMW 525. 2001 Citroen Osee has automatic transmission and 1981 BMW 525 has manual transmission. 1981 BMW 525 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2001 Citroen Osee will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 BMW 525 | 2001 Citroen Osee | |
| Make | BMW | Citroen |
| Model | 525 | Osee |
| Year Released | 1981 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2495 cc | 2946 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 191 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 215 Nm | 272 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86.1 mm | 93.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71.6 mm | 73 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 4160 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1160 mm |
