2005 BMW 330 vs. 1987 Citroen AX
To start off, 2005 BMW 330 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 2,979 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 BMW 330 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 BMW 330 (254 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 210 more horse power than 1987 Citroen AX. (44 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 BMW 330 should accelerate faster than 1987 Citroen AX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 BMW 330 weights approximately 803 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 330 (300 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 227 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Citroen AX. (73 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 2005 BMW 330 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Citroen AX.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 BMW 330 | 1987 Citroen AX | |
| Make | BMW | Citroen |
| Model | 330 | AX |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1987 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2979 cc | 954 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 254 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 73 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3700 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 70 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 62 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1525 kg | 722 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 3540 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1560 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2290 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 80 L |
