1992 BMW M3 vs. 2005 Citroen C5
To start off, 2005 Citroen C5 is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 BMW M3. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 BMW M3 would be higher. At 2,990 cc (6 cylinders), 1992 BMW M3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 BMW M3 (282 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 147 more horse power than 2005 Citroen C5. (135 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 BMW M3 should accelerate faster than 2005 Citroen C5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Citroen C5 weights approximately 142 kg more than 1992 BMW M3.
Because 1992 BMW M3 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 M3. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 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 M3 (320 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 6 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Citroen C5. (314 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1992 BMW M3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Citroen C5.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 BMW M3 | 2005 Citroen C5 | |
| Make | BMW | Citroen |
| Model | M3 | C5 |
| Year Released | 1992 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2990 cc | 2179 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 282 HP | 135 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 320 Nm | 314 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 85.8 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.8:1 | 18.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1465 kg | 1607 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4850 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1560 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2760 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 66 L |
