2007 BMW 530 vs. 1979 Citroen Mehari
To start off, 2007 BMW 530 is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Citroen Mehari. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Citroen Mehari would be higher. At 2,996 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 BMW 530 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW 530 (254 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 225 more horse power than 1979 Citroen Mehari. (29 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW 530 should accelerate faster than 1979 Citroen Mehari. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 BMW 530 weights approximately 725 kg more than 1979 Citroen Mehari. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 BMW 530 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 530. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1979 Citroen Mehari, 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 530 (300 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 261 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Citroen Mehari. (39 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2007 BMW 530 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Citroen Mehari.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 BMW 530 | 1979 Citroen Mehari | |
| Make | BMW | Citroen |
| Model | 530 | Mehari |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1979 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2996 cc | 601 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 254 HP | 29 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 39 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 555 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 3530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1640 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2410 mm |
