1995 BMW 528 vs. 1985 Citroen LNA
To start off, 1995 BMW 528 is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Citroen LNA. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Citroen LNA would be higher. At 2,793 cc (6 cylinders), 1995 BMW 528 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 BMW 528 (193 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 158 more horse power than 1985 Citroen LNA. (35 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 BMW 528 should accelerate faster than 1985 Citroen LNA. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 BMW 528 weights approximately 870 kg more than 1985 Citroen LNA. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1995 BMW 528 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 1995 BMW 528. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1985 Citroen LNA, 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, 1995 BMW 528 (279 Nm @ 3950 RPM) has 229 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Citroen LNA. (50 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1995 BMW 528 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Citroen LNA.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 BMW 528 | 1985 Citroen LNA | |
| Make | BMW | Citroen |
| Model | 528 | LNA |
| Year Released | 1995 | 1985 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2793 cc | 652 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 193 HP | 35 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 279 Nm | 50 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3950 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1580 kg | 710 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 3400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2240 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 43 L |
