1987 BMW M6 vs. 1996 Citroen Berlingo

To start off, 1996 Citroen Berlingo is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 BMW M6. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 BMW M6 would be higher. At 3,453 cc (6 cylinders), 1987 BMW M6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 BMW M6 (282 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 208 more horse power than 1996 Citroen Berlingo. (74 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1987 BMW M6 should accelerate faster than 1996 Citroen Berlingo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 BMW M6 weights approximately 431 kg more than 1996 Citroen Berlingo. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 1987 BMW M6 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 1987 BMW M6. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 Citroen Berlingo, 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, 1987 BMW M6 (334 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 224 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Citroen Berlingo. (110 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 1987 BMW M6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Citroen Berlingo.

Compare all specifications:

1987 BMW M6 1996 Citroen Berlingo
Make BMW Citroen
Model M6 Berlingo
Year Released 1987 1996
Body Type Coupe Panel Van
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 3453 cc 1398 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 2 valves
Horse Power 282 HP 74 HP
Engine RPM 6500 RPM 5750 RPM
Torque 334 Nm 110 Nm
Torque RPM 4500 RPM 3300 RPM
Engine Bore Size 93.4 mm 75 mm
Engine Stroke Size 84 mm 77 mm
Engine Compression Ratio 10.5:1 10.0:1
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Rear Front
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 4 seats 4 seats
Vehicle Weight 1505 kg 1074 kg
Vehicle Length 4760 mm 4110 mm
Vehicle Width 1730 mm 1730 mm
Vehicle Height 1360 mm 1810 mm
Wheelbase Size 2630 mm 2700 mm