2006 BMW 525 vs. 1988 Citroen Mehari
To start off, 2006 BMW 525 is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Citroen Mehari. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Citroen Mehari would be higher. At 2,999 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 BMW 525 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 BMW 525 (215 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 186 more horse power than 1988 Citroen Mehari. (29 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 BMW 525 should accelerate faster than 1988 Citroen Mehari. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 BMW 525 weights approximately 1075 kg more than 1988 Citroen Mehari. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 BMW 525 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 525. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1988 Citroen Mehari, 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 525 (251 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 212 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Citroen Mehari. (39 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2006 BMW 525 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Citroen Mehari.
Compare all specifications:
2006 BMW 525 | 1988 Citroen Mehari | |
Make | BMW | Citroen |
Model | 525 | Mehari |
Year Released | 2006 | 1988 |
Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2999 cc | 600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 215 HP | 29 HP |
Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 5750 RPM |
Torque | 251 Nm | 39 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1630 kg | 555 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 3530 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1540 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1640 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2410 mm |