2006 BMW 523 vs. 1986 Citroen Visa
To start off, 2006 BMW 523 is newer by 20 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 2,497 cc, 2006 BMW 523 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 BMW 523 (175 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 119 more horse power than 1986 Citroen Visa. (56 HP @ 6250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 BMW 523 should accelerate faster than 1986 Citroen Visa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 BMW 523 weights approximately 1035 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 2006 BMW 523 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 2006 BMW 523. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1986 Citroen Visa, 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, 2006 BMW 523 (230 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 150 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Citroen Visa. (80 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2006 BMW 523 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Citroen Visa.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 BMW 523 | 1986 Citroen Visa | |
| Make | BMW | Citroen |
| Model | 523 | Visa |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1986 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2497 cc | 1124 cc |
| Horse Power | 175 HP | 56 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6250 RPM |
| Torque | 230 Nm | 80 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 78.8 mm | 72 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 69 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 9.2:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1835 kg | 800 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 3700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2440 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 80 L |
