1992 BMW 850 vs. 2001 Citroen C5
To start off, 2001 Citroen C5 is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 BMW 850. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 BMW 850 would be higher. At 4,988 cc (12 cylinders), 1992 BMW 850 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 BMW 850 (296 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 88 more horse power than 2001 Citroen C5. (208 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 BMW 850 should accelerate faster than 2001 Citroen C5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 BMW 850 weights approximately 340 kg more than 2001 Citroen C5. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2001 Citroen C5, 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 (450 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 165 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Citroen C5. (285 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 1992 BMW 850 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Citroen C5.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 BMW 850 | 2001 Citroen C5 | |
| Make | BMW | Citroen |
| Model | 850 | C5 |
| Year Released | 1992 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4988 cc | 2946 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 296 HP | 208 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 450 Nm | 285 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4100 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 87 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 82.6 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1790 kg | 1450 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2760 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 52 L | 80 L |
