2008 BMW 330 vs. 1987 Citroen AX
To start off, 2008 BMW 330 is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Citroen AX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Citroen AX would be higher. At 2,979 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 BMW 330 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 BMW 330 (228 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 174 more horse power than 1987 Citroen AX. (54 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 BMW 330 should accelerate faster than 1987 Citroen AX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 BMW 330 weights approximately 1005 kg more than 1987 Citroen AX. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2008 BMW 330 (300 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 211 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Citroen AX. (89 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2008 BMW 330 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Citroen AX.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 BMW 330 | 1987 Citroen AX | |
| Make | BMW | Citroen |
| Model | 330 | AX |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1987 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2979 cc | 1124 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 228 HP | 54 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 89 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 72 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 89.6 mm | 69 mm |
| Top Speed | 247 km/hour | 161 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 6.9 seconds | 12.9 seconds |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1680 kg | 675 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 3540 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2290 mm |
