1984 Citroen Visa vs. 2012 BMW 530
To start off, 2012 BMW 530 is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Citroen Visa. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Citroen Visa would be higher. At 2,993 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 BMW 530 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 BMW 530 (256 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 212 more horse power than 1984 Citroen Visa. (44 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 BMW 530 should accelerate faster than 1984 Citroen Visa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 BMW 530 weights approximately 980 kg more than 1984 Citroen Visa. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2012 BMW 530 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 2012 BMW 530. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1984 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, 2012 BMW 530 (540 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 470 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Citroen Visa. (70 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2012 BMW 530 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Citroen Visa. 2012 BMW 530 has automatic transmission and 1984 Citroen Visa has manual transmission. 1984 Citroen Visa will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 BMW 530 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1984 Citroen Visa | 2012 BMW 530 | |
Make | Citroen | BMW |
Model | Visa | 530 |
Year Released | 1984 | 2012 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 952 cc | 2993 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 44 HP | 256 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 70 Nm | 540 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | 8-speed shiftable automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 810 kg | 1790 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3700 mm | 4899 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1464 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2968 mm |