2007 BMW 330 vs. 1982 Citroen Visa
To start off, 2007 BMW 330 is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Citroen Visa. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Citroen Visa would be higher. At 2,993 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 BMW 330 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW 330 (228 HP) has 148 more horse power than 1982 Citroen Visa. (80 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW 330 should accelerate faster than 1982 Citroen Visa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 BMW 330 weights approximately 785 kg more than 1982 Citroen Visa. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 BMW 330 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 330. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1982 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, 2007 BMW 330 (500 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 390 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Citroen Visa. (110 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2007 BMW 330 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Citroen Visa.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 BMW 330 | 1982 Citroen Visa | |
| Make | BMW | Citroen |
| Model | 330 | Visa |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1982 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2993 cc | 1360 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 228 HP | 80 HP |
| Torque | 500 Nm | 110 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 17.0:1 | 9.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1600 kg | 815 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 3700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2440 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 66 L |
