1988 BMW 535 vs. 1978 Citroen LNA
To start off, 1988 BMW 535 is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Citroen LNA. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Citroen LNA would be higher. At 3,430 cc (6 cylinders), 1988 BMW 535 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 BMW 535 (215 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 180 more horse power than 1978 Citroen LNA. (35 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 BMW 535 should accelerate faster than 1978 Citroen LNA. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 BMW 535 weights approximately 820 kg more than 1978 Citroen LNA. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1988 BMW 535 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 1988 BMW 535. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1978 Citroen LNA, 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, 1988 BMW 535 (310 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 261 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Citroen LNA. (49 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1988 BMW 535 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Citroen LNA.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 BMW 535 | 1978 Citroen LNA | |
| Make | BMW | Citroen |
| Model | 535 | LNA |
| Year Released | 1988 | 1978 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3430 cc | 652 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 215 HP | 35 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 310 Nm | 49 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 77 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 70 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1530 kg | 710 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 3390 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2240 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 52 L | 40 L |
