1996 BMW M3 vs. 1945 Citroen 7A
To start off, 1996 BMW M3 is newer by 51 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1945 Citroen 7A. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1945 Citroen 7A would be higher. At 3,246 cc (6 cylinders), 1996 BMW M3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 BMW M3 (240 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 205 more horse power than 1945 Citroen 7A. (35 HP @ 3200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 BMW M3 should accelerate faster than 1945 Citroen 7A. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 BMW M3 weights approximately 580 kg more than 1945 Citroen 7A. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1996 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 1996 BMW M3. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1945 Citroen 7A, 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.
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1996 BMW M3 | 1945 Citroen 7A | |
Make | BMW | Citroen |
Model | M3 | 7A |
Year Released | 1996 | 1945 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3246 cc | 1529 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 240 HP | 35 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1480 kg | 900 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4460 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1630 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1530 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2920 mm |