1987 Citroen Visa vs. 2010 BMW 335

To start off, 2010 BMW 335 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 3,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 BMW 335 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 BMW 335 (300 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 265 more horse power than 1987 Citroen Visa. (35 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 BMW 335 should accelerate faster than 1987 Citroen Visa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 BMW 335 weights approximately 1068 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 335 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 335. 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 335 (406 Nm @ 1400 RPM) has 356 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Citroen Visa. (50 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2010 BMW 335 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 335
Make Citroen BMW
Model Visa 335
Year Released 1987 2010
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 652 cc 3000 cc
Engine Cylinders 2 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type boxer in-line
Valves per Cylinder 2 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 35 HP 300 HP
Engine RPM 5500 RPM 5800 RPM
Torque 50 Nm 406 Nm
Torque RPM 3500 RPM 1400 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline - Premium
Drive Type Front Rear
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 5 doors 2 doors
Vehicle Weight 722 kg 1790 kg
Vehicle Length 3700 mm 4587 mm
Vehicle Width 1540 mm 1783 mm
Vehicle Height 1420 mm 1384 mm
Wheelbase Size 2860 mm 2761 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 40 L 61 L