1983 Citroen Visa vs. 2010 BMW 750
To start off, 2010 BMW 750 is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Citroen Visa. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Citroen Visa would be higher. At 4,400 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 BMW 750 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 BMW 750 (400 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 341 more horse power than 1983 Citroen Visa. (59 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 BMW 750 should accelerate faster than 1983 Citroen Visa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 BMW 750 weights approximately 1295 kg more than 1983 Citroen Visa. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2010 BMW 750 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 2010 BMW 750. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1983 Citroen Visa, 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, 2010 BMW 750 (609 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 502 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Citroen Visa. (107 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2010 BMW 750 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Citroen Visa.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Citroen Visa | 2010 BMW 750 | |
| Make | Citroen | BMW |
| Model | Visa | 750 |
| Year Released | 1983 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1358 cc | 4400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 400 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 107 Nm | 609 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 810 kg | 2105 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3700 mm | 5215 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1902 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1481 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 3211 mm |
