1983 BMW 325 vs. 1983 Citroen LN
To start off, both 1983 BMW 325 and 1983 Citroen LN were released in the same year (1983). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,494 cc (6 cylinders), 1983 BMW 325 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 BMW 325 (171 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 136 more horse power than 1983 Citroen LN. (35 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1983 BMW 325 should accelerate faster than 1983 Citroen LN. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 BMW 325 weights approximately 425 kg more than 1983 Citroen LN. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1983 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 1983 BMW 325. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1983 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, 1983 BMW 325 (222 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 172 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Citroen LN. (50 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1983 BMW 325 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Citroen LN.
Compare all specifications:
1983 BMW 325 | 1983 Citroen LN | |
Make | BMW | Citroen |
Model | 325 | LN |
Year Released | 1983 | 1983 |
Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2494 cc | 652 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 171 HP | 35 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 222 Nm | 50 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1135 kg | 710 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4330 mm | 3400 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1530 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2240 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 43 L |