1984 BMW 628 vs. 2012 Citroen C5
To start off, 2012 Citroen C5 is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 BMW 628. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 BMW 628 would be higher. At 2,788 cc (6 cylinders), 1984 BMW 628 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 BMW 628 (181 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 58 more horse power than 2012 Citroen C5. (123 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1984 BMW 628 should accelerate faster than 2012 Citroen C5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Citroen C5 weights approximately 154 kg more than 1984 BMW 628.
Because 1984 BMW 628 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 1984 BMW 628. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Citroen C5, 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, 1984 BMW 628 (240 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 70 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Citroen C5. (170 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 1984 BMW 628 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Citroen C5.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 BMW 628 | 2012 Citroen C5 | |
| Make | BMW | Citroen |
| Model | 628 | C5 |
| Year Released | 1984 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2788 cc | 1748 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 181 HP | 123 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 240 Nm | 170 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.3:1 | 11.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1470 kg | 1624 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 4840 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1520 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2820 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 71 L |
