2005 BMW 325 vs. 1987 Citroen AX
To start off, 2005 BMW 325 is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Citroen AX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Citroen AX would be higher. At 2,497 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 BMW 325 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 BMW 325 (215 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 171 more horse power than 1987 Citroen AX. (44 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 BMW 325 should accelerate faster than 1987 Citroen AX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 BMW 325 weights approximately 772 kg more than 1987 Citroen AX. 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 (250 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 177 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Citroen AX. (73 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 2005 BMW 325 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Citroen AX.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 BMW 325 | 1987 Citroen AX | |
| Make | BMW | Citroen |
| Model | 325 | AX |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1987 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2497 cc | 954 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 215 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 250 Nm | 73 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 3700 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 70 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78.8 mm | 62 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1494 kg | 722 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 3540 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1560 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2290 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 80 L |
