2005 BMW 330 vs. 1986 Citroen Visa
To start off, 2005 BMW 330 is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Citroen Visa. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Citroen Visa would be higher. At 2,979 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 BMW 330 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 BMW 330 (201 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 95 more horse power than 1986 Citroen Visa. (106 HP @ 6250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 BMW 330 should accelerate faster than 1986 Citroen Visa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 BMW 330 weights approximately 892 kg more than 1986 Citroen Visa. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 BMW 330 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1986 Citroen Visa. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 BMW 330 will offer significantly more control. 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, 2005 BMW 330 (410 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 276 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Citroen Visa. (134 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2005 BMW 330 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Citroen Visa.
Compare all specifications:
2005 BMW 330 | 1986 Citroen Visa | |
Make | BMW | Citroen |
Model | 330 | Visa |
Year Released | 2005 | 1986 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2979 cc | 1579 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 201 HP | 106 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6250 RPM |
Torque | 410 Nm | 134 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 83 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 73 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 17.0:1 | 9.8:1 |
Top Speed | 230 km/hour | 175 km/hour |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1782 kg | 890 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 3710 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1580 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2440 mm |