1993 BMW 316 vs. 2012 Citroen C5
To start off, 2012 Citroen C5 is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 BMW 316. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 BMW 316 would be higher. At 1,594 cc (4 cylinders), 1993 BMW 316 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Citroen C5 (108 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 1993 BMW 316. (100 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Citroen C5 should accelerate faster than 1993 BMW 316. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 BMW 316 weights approximately 262 kg more than 2012 Citroen C5.
Because 1993 BMW 316 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 1993 BMW 316. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 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, 2012 Citroen C5 (240 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 99 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 BMW 316. (141 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2012 Citroen C5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 BMW 316.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 BMW 316 | 2012 Citroen C5 | |
| Make | BMW | Citroen |
| Model | 316 | C5 |
| Year Released | 1993 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1594 cc | 1558 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 141 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 72 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 18.0:1 |
| Top Speed | 192 km/hour | 191 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1840 kg | 1578 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4330 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2820 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 71 L |
