2003 BMW 325 vs. 1983 Citroen LN
To start off, 2003 BMW 325 is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Citroen LN. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Citroen LN would be higher. At 2,494 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 BMW 325 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 BMW 325 (192 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 157 more horse power than 1983 Citroen LN. (35 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 BMW 325 should accelerate faster than 1983 Citroen LN. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 BMW 325 weights approximately 770 kg more than 1983 Citroen LN. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2003 BMW 325 (245 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 195 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Citroen LN. (50 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2003 BMW 325 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Citroen LN.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 BMW 325 | 1983 Citroen LN | |
| Make | BMW | Citroen |
| Model | 325 | LN |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1983 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2494 cc | 652 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 192 HP | 35 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 245 Nm | 50 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1480 kg | 710 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 3400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2240 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 43 L |
