2007 BMW 328 vs. 1978 Citroen LN
To start off, 2007 BMW 328 is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Citroen LN. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Citroen LN would be higher. At 2,996 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 BMW 328 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW 328 (231 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 196 more horse power than 1978 Citroen LN. (35 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW 328 should accelerate faster than 1978 Citroen LN.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 BMW 328 (271 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 221 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Citroen LN. (50 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2007 BMW 328 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Citroen LN.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 BMW 328 | 1978 Citroen LN | |
| Make | BMW | Citroen |
| Model | 328 | LN |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1978 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2996 cc | 652 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 231 HP | 35 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 271 Nm | 50 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 3400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2240 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 43 L |
