1986 Citroen Visa vs. 2012 BMW 740
To start off, 2012 BMW 740 is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Citroen Visa. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Citroen Visa would be higher. At 3,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 BMW 740 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 BMW 740 (315 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 209 more horse power than 1986 Citroen Visa. (106 HP @ 6250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 BMW 740 should accelerate faster than 1986 Citroen Visa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 BMW 740 weights approximately 1080 kg more than 1986 Citroen Visa. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2012 BMW 740 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 740. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1986 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 740 (447 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 313 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Citroen Visa. (134 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2012 BMW 740 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Citroen Visa. 2012 BMW 740 has automatic transmission and 1986 Citroen Visa has manual transmission. 1986 Citroen Visa will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 BMW 740 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Citroen Visa | 2012 BMW 740 | |
| Make | Citroen | BMW |
| Model | Visa | 740 |
| Year Released | 1986 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1579 cc | 3000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 106 HP | 315 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 134 Nm | 447 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 890 kg | 1970 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3710 mm | 5075 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1902 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1479 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 3070 mm |
