2009 BMW 330 vs. 1988 Citroen AX
To start off, 2009 BMW 330 is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Citroen AX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Citroen AX would be higher. At 2,993 cc, 2009 BMW 330 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW 330 (242 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 185 more horse power than 1988 Citroen AX. (57 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW 330 should accelerate faster than 1988 Citroen AX.
Let's talk about torque, 2009 BMW 330 (521 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 433 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Citroen AX. (88 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 2009 BMW 330 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Citroen AX.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 BMW 330 | 1988 Citroen AX | |
| Make | BMW | Citroen |
| Model | 330 | AX |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1988 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2993 cc | 1124 cc |
| Horse Power | 242 HP | 57 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 521 Nm | 88 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3700 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 72 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 69 mm |
| Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 167 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 6.1 seconds | 11.4 seconds |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4540 mm | 3530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1560 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2290 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.3 L/100km | 5.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 43 L |
