1995 BMW Z3 vs. 1980 Citroen Mehari
To start off, 1995 BMW Z3 is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Citroen Mehari. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Citroen Mehari would be higher. At 1,894 cc (4 cylinders), 1995 BMW Z3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 BMW Z3 (140 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 111 more horse power than 1980 Citroen Mehari. (29 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 BMW Z3 should accelerate faster than 1980 Citroen Mehari. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 BMW Z3 weights approximately 620 kg more than 1980 Citroen Mehari. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1995 BMW Z3 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 Z3. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1980 Citroen Mehari, 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 Z3 (179 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 139 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Citroen Mehari. (40 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1995 BMW Z3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Citroen Mehari.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 BMW Z3 | 1980 Citroen Mehari | |
| Make | BMW | Citroen |
| Model | Z3 | Mehari |
| Year Released | 1995 | 1980 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1894 cc | 602 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 140 HP | 29 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 179 Nm | 40 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1175 kg | 555 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4030 mm | 3530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1640 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2410 mm |
