2007 BMW X5 vs. 1984 Citroen Visa
To start off, 2007 BMW X5 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 4,398 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 BMW X5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW X5 (316 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 212 more horse power than 1984 Citroen Visa. (104 HP @ 6250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW X5 should accelerate faster than 1984 Citroen Visa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 BMW X5 weights approximately 1326 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 X5 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1984 Citroen Visa. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 BMW X5 will offer significantly more control. 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 X5 (440 Nm @ 3700 RPM) has 303 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Citroen Visa. (137 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2007 BMW X5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Citroen Visa.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 BMW X5 | 1984 Citroen Visa | |
| Make | BMW | Citroen |
| Model | X5 | Visa |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1984 |
| Body Type | SUV | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4398 cc | 1580 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 316 HP | 104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 6250 RPM |
| Torque | 440 Nm | 137 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2196 kg | 870 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 3700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1880 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2440 mm |
