2005 BMW 325 vs. 1985 Citroen LNA
To start off, 2005 BMW 325 is newer by 20 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 2,491 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 BMW 325 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 BMW 325 (190 HP @ 7400 RPM) has 155 more horse power than 1985 Citroen LNA. (35 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 BMW 325 should accelerate faster than 1985 Citroen LNA. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 BMW 325 weights approximately 920 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.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 BMW 325 (237 Nm) has 187 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Citroen LNA. (50 Nm). This means 2005 BMW 325 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Citroen LNA.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 BMW 325 | 1985 Citroen LNA | |
| Make | BMW | Citroen |
| Model | 325 | LNA |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1985 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2491 cc | 652 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 190 HP | 35 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7400 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 237 Nm | 50 Nm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1630 kg | 710 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 3400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2240 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 43 L |
