2007 BMW 328 vs. 1984 Citroen Mehari
To start off, 2007 BMW 328 is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Citroen Mehari. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Citroen Mehari 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 (230 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 201 more horse power than 1984 Citroen Mehari. (29 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW 328 should accelerate faster than 1984 Citroen Mehari.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 BMW 328 (271 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 232 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Citroen Mehari. (39 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2007 BMW 328 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Citroen Mehari.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 BMW 328 | 1984 Citroen Mehari | |
| Make | BMW | Citroen |
| Model | 328 | Mehari |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1984 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2996 cc | 602 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 230 HP | 29 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 271 Nm | 39 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 3530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1640 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2410 mm |
