1987 Citroen Mehari vs. 2012 BMW 320
To start off, 2012 BMW 320 is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Citroen Mehari. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Citroen Mehari would be higher. At 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 BMW 320 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 BMW 320 (182 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 153 more horse power than 1987 Citroen Mehari. (29 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 BMW 320 should accelerate faster than 1987 Citroen Mehari.
Because 2012 BMW 320 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 320. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1987 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, 2012 BMW 320 (380 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 341 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Citroen Mehari. (39 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2012 BMW 320 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Citroen Mehari.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Citroen Mehari | 2012 BMW 320 | |
| Make | Citroen | BMW |
| Model | Mehari | 320 |
| Year Released | 1987 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 602 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 29 HP | 182 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 39 Nm | 380 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 3530 mm | 4624 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1811 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1384 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2810 mm |
