1986 Citroen C vs. 2012 BMW X3
To start off, 2012 BMW X3 is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Citroen C. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Citroen C would be higher. At 2,993 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 BMW X3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 BMW X3 (311 HP @ 3300 RPM) has 252 more horse power than 1986 Citroen C. (59 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 BMW X3 should accelerate faster than 1986 Citroen C. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 BMW X3 weights approximately 980 kg more than 1986 Citroen C. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2012 BMW X3 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1986 Citroen C. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 BMW X3 will offer significantly more control. 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 X3 (630 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 520 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Citroen C. (110 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2012 BMW X3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Citroen C.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Citroen C | 2012 BMW X3 | |
| Make | Citroen | BMW |
| Model | C | X3 |
| Year Released | 1986 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1761 cc | 2993 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 311 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 3300 RPM |
| Torque | 110 Nm | 630 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80.1 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 84 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 945 kg | 1925 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4010 mm | 4648 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1881 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1675 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2810 mm |
