1986 BMW 628 vs. 1985 Citroen Mehari
To start off, 1986 BMW 628 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Citroen Mehari. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Citroen Mehari would be higher. At 2,788 cc (6 cylinders), 1986 BMW 628 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 BMW 628 (181 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 152 more horse power than 1985 Citroen Mehari. (29 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1986 BMW 628 should accelerate faster than 1985 Citroen Mehari. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 BMW 628 weights approximately 915 kg more than 1985 Citroen Mehari. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1986 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 1986 BMW 628. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1985 Citroen Mehari, 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, 1986 BMW 628 (240 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 201 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Citroen Mehari. (39 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1986 BMW 628 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Citroen Mehari.
Compare all specifications:
1986 BMW 628 | 1985 Citroen Mehari | |
Make | BMW | Citroen |
Model | 628 | Mehari |
Year Released | 1986 | 1985 |
Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2788 cc | 602 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 181 HP | 29 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5750 RPM |
Torque | 240 Nm | 39 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1470 kg | 555 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 3530 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1540 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1640 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2410 mm |