1988 BMW 730 vs. 2008 Citroen Berlingo
To start off, 2008 Citroen Berlingo is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 BMW 730. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 BMW 730 would be higher. At 2,984 cc (6 cylinders), 1988 BMW 730 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 BMW 730 (185 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 96 more horse power than 2008 Citroen Berlingo. (89 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 BMW 730 should accelerate faster than 2008 Citroen Berlingo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 BMW 730 weights approximately 214 kg more than 2008 Citroen Berlingo. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1988 BMW 730 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 730. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 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, 1988 BMW 730 (260 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 55 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Citroen Berlingo. (205 Nm @ 1900 RPM). This means 1988 BMW 730 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Citroen Berlingo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 BMW 730 | 2008 Citroen Berlingo | |
| Make | BMW | Citroen |
| Model | 730 | Berlingo |
| Year Released | 1988 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Panel Van |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2984 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 185 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 260 Nm | 205 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1900 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 18.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1600 kg | 1386 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4140 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1830 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2700 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 60 L |
