1985 BMW 324 vs. 1980 Citroen LN
To start off, 1985 BMW 324 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Citroen LN. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Citroen LN would be higher. At 2,494 cc (6 cylinders), 1985 BMW 324 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 BMW 324 (85 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 50 more horse power than 1980 Citroen LN. (35 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1985 BMW 324 should accelerate faster than 1980 Citroen LN. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 BMW 324 weights approximately 550 kg more than 1980 Citroen LN. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1985 BMW 324 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 1985 BMW 324. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1980 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, 1985 BMW 324 (152 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 102 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Citroen LN. (50 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1985 BMW 324 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Citroen LN.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 BMW 324 | 1980 Citroen LN | |
| Make | BMW | Citroen |
| Model | 324 | LN |
| Year Released | 1985 | 1980 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2494 cc | 651 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 35 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 152 Nm | 50 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1260 kg | 710 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4330 mm | 3390 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2240 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 43 L |
