2007 BMW 335 vs. 1991 Citroen C
To start off, 2007 BMW 335 is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Citroen C. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Citroen C 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 258 more horse power than 1991 Citroen C. (44 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW 335 should accelerate faster than 1991 Citroen C. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 BMW 335 weights approximately 695 kg more than 1991 Citroen C. 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, 1991 Citroen C, 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 330 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Citroen C. (70 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2007 BMW 335 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Citroen C.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 BMW 335 | 1991 Citroen C | |
| Make | BMW | Citroen |
| Model | 335 | C |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1991 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2979 cc | 954 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 302 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 70 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1300 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1540 kg | 845 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 4010 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1380 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1790 mm | 1820 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2760 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 66 L |
