2005 Citroen C8 vs. 2012 BMW 328
To start off, 2012 BMW 328 is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Citroen C8. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Citroen C8 would be higher. At 2,979 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 BMW 328 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 BMW 328 (230 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 122 more horse power than 2005 Citroen C8. (108 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 BMW 328 should accelerate faster than 2005 Citroen C8. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Citroen C8 weights approximately 8 kg more than 2012 BMW 328.
Because 2012 BMW 328 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2012 BMW 328. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Citroen C8, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2012 BMW 328 (271 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Citroen C8. (270 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2012 BMW 328 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Citroen C8.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Citroen C8 | 2012 BMW 328 | |
| Make | Citroen | BMW |
| Model | C8 | 328 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1997 cc | 2979 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 230 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 270 Nm | 271 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 85.1 mm | 89.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 84 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1743 kg | 1735 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 4624 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1811 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1384 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2810 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 57 L |
