1981 Citroen LN vs. 2011 BMW 330
To start off, 2011 BMW 330 is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Citroen LN. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Citroen LN would be higher. At 2,993 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 BMW 330 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 BMW 330 (256 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 221 more horse power than 1981 Citroen LN. (35 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 BMW 330 should accelerate faster than 1981 Citroen LN.
Because 2011 BMW 330 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 2011 BMW 330. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1981 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, 2011 BMW 330 (540 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 490 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Citroen LN. (50 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2011 BMW 330 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Citroen LN.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 Citroen LN | 2011 BMW 330 | |
| Make | Citroen | BMW |
| Model | LN | 330 |
| Year Released | 1981 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 652 cc | 2993 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 35 HP | 256 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 50 Nm | 540 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3000 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 |
