1998 BMW 728 vs. 1984 Citroen Visa
To start off, 1998 BMW 728 is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Citroen Visa. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Citroen Visa would be higher. At 2,926 cc (6 cylinders), 1998 BMW 728 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 BMW 728 (190 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 86 more horse power than 1984 Citroen Visa. (104 HP @ 6250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 BMW 728 should accelerate faster than 1984 Citroen Visa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 BMW 728 weights approximately 935 kg more than 1984 Citroen Visa. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1998 BMW 728 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 1998 BMW 728. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1984 Citroen Visa, 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, 1998 BMW 728 (280 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 143 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Citroen Visa. (137 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1998 BMW 728 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Citroen Visa.
Compare all specifications:
1998 BMW 728 | 1984 Citroen Visa | |
Make | BMW | Citroen |
Model | 728 | Visa |
Year Released | 1998 | 1984 |
Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2926 cc | 1580 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 190 HP | 104 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6250 RPM |
Torque | 280 Nm | 137 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1805 kg | 870 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4990 mm | 3700 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1540 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2940 mm | 2440 mm |