2008 BMW M5 vs. 1983 Citroen Visa
To start off, 2008 BMW M5 is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Citroen Visa. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Citroen Visa would be higher. At 4,999 cc (10 cylinders), 2008 BMW M5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 BMW M5 (500 HP @ 7750 RPM) has 441 more horse power than 1983 Citroen Visa. (59 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 BMW M5 should accelerate faster than 1983 Citroen Visa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 BMW M5 weights approximately 1020 kg more than 1983 Citroen Visa. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 BMW M5 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 M5. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1983 Citroen Visa, 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 M5 (520 Nm @ 6100 RPM) has 413 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Citroen Visa. (107 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2008 BMW M5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Citroen Visa.
Compare all specifications:
2008 BMW M5 | 1983 Citroen Visa | |
Make | BMW | Citroen |
Model | M5 | Visa |
Year Released | 2008 | 1983 |
Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4999 cc | 1358 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 500 HP | 59 HP |
Engine RPM | 7750 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 520 Nm | 107 Nm |
Torque RPM | 6100 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1830 kg | 810 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 3700 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1540 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2440 mm |