2007 BMW 318 vs. 1982 Citroen Mehari
To start off, 2007 BMW 318 is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Citroen Mehari. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Citroen Mehari would be higher. At 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 BMW 318 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW 318 (128 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 99 more horse power than 1982 Citroen Mehari. (29 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW 318 should accelerate faster than 1982 Citroen Mehari. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 BMW 318 weights approximately 877 kg more than 1982 Citroen Mehari. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 BMW 318 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 2007 BMW 318. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1982 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, 2007 BMW 318 (180 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 141 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Citroen Mehari. (39 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2007 BMW 318 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Citroen Mehari.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 BMW 318 | 1982 Citroen Mehari | |
| Make | BMW | Citroen |
| Model | 318 | Mehari |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1982 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 602 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 128 HP | 29 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 180 Nm | 39 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1435 kg | 558 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 3530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1640 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2410 mm |
