2005 BMW 525 vs. 1979 Citroen Visa
To start off, 2005 BMW 525 is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Citroen Visa. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Citroen Visa would be higher. At 2,496 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 BMW 525 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 BMW 525 (225 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 190 more horse power than 1979 Citroen Visa. (35 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 BMW 525 should accelerate faster than 1979 Citroen Visa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 BMW 525 weights approximately 1038 kg more than 1979 Citroen Visa. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 BMW 525 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1979 Citroen Visa. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 BMW 525 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 525 (250 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 200 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Citroen Visa. (50 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2005 BMW 525 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Citroen Visa.
Compare all specifications:
2005 BMW 525 | 1979 Citroen Visa | |
Make | BMW | Citroen |
Model | 525 | Visa |
Year Released | 2005 | 1979 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2496 cc | 650 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 225 HP | 35 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 250 Nm | 50 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 77 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 78.8 mm | 70 mm |
Top Speed | 232 km/hour | 124 km/hour |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1760 kg | 722 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 3700 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1540 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2860 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.6 L/100km | 10.9 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 40 L |