2008 BMW 650 vs. 1986 Citroen C
To start off, 2008 BMW 650 is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Citroen C. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Citroen C would be higher. At 4,799 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 BMW 650 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 BMW 650 (360 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 301 more horse power than 1986 Citroen C. (59 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 BMW 650 should accelerate faster than 1986 Citroen C. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 BMW 650 weights approximately 695 kg more than 1986 Citroen C. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 BMW 650 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 2008 BMW 650. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1986 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, 2008 BMW 650 (488 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 378 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Citroen C. (110 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2008 BMW 650 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Citroen C.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 BMW 650 | 1986 Citroen C | |
| Make | BMW | Citroen |
| Model | 650 | C |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1986 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4799 cc | 1761 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 360 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 488 Nm | 110 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 23.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1640 kg | 945 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5050 mm | 4010 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1820 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2790 mm | 2750 mm |
