1987 Citroen Visa vs. 2010 BMW 325
To start off, 2010 BMW 325 is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Citroen Visa. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Citroen Visa would be higher. At 2,494 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 BMW 325 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 BMW 325 (215 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 180 more horse power than 1987 Citroen Visa. (35 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 BMW 325 should accelerate faster than 1987 Citroen Visa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 BMW 325 weights approximately 598 kg more than 1987 Citroen Visa. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2010 BMW 325 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 2010 BMW 325. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1987 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, 2010 BMW 325 (271 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 221 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Citroen Visa. (50 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2010 BMW 325 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Citroen Visa.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Citroen Visa | 2010 BMW 325 | |
| Make | Citroen | BMW |
| Model | Visa | 325 |
| Year Released | 1987 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 652 cc | 2494 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 35 HP | 215 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Torque | 50 Nm | 271 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 124 km/hour | 250 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 722 kg | 1320 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3700 mm | 4540 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 2000 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2770 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.9 L/100km | 10.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 63 L |
