1992 BMW 850 vs. 1983 Citroen Visa
To start off, 1992 BMW 850 is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Citroen Visa. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Citroen Visa would be higher. At 5,500 cc (12 cylinders), 1992 BMW 850 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 BMW 850 (295 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 260 more horse power than 1983 Citroen Visa. (35 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 BMW 850 should accelerate faster than 1983 Citroen Visa.
Because 1992 BMW 850 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 1992 BMW 850. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1983 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, 1992 BMW 850 (447 Nm) has 397 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Citroen Visa. (50 Nm). This means 1992 BMW 850 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Citroen Visa.
Compare all specifications:
1992 BMW 850 | 1983 Citroen Visa | |
Make | BMW | Citroen |
Model | 850 | Visa |
Year Released | 1992 | 1983 |
Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5500 cc | 650 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | boxer |
Horse Power | 295 HP | 35 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 447 Nm | 50 Nm |
Top Speed | 249 km/hour | 124 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 3700 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1540 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2860 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 40 L |