2007 BMW 335 vs. 1984 Citroen Visa
To start off, 2007 BMW 335 is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Citroen Visa. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Citroen Visa would be higher. At 2,979 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 BMW 335 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW 335 (302 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 198 more horse power than 1984 Citroen Visa. (104 HP @ 6250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW 335 should accelerate faster than 1984 Citroen Visa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 BMW 335 weights approximately 670 kg more than 1984 Citroen Visa. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 BMW 335 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 335. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1984 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 335 (400 Nm @ 1300 RPM) has 263 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Citroen Visa. (137 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2007 BMW 335 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Citroen Visa.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 BMW 335 | 1984 Citroen Visa | |
| Make | BMW | Citroen |
| Model | 335 | Visa |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1984 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2979 cc | 1580 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 302 HP | 104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6250 RPM |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 137 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1300 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1540 kg | 870 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 3700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1380 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1790 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2440 mm |
