2009 BMW 335 vs. 1988 Citroen AX
To start off, 2009 BMW 335 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 2,496 cc, 2009 BMW 335 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW 335 (215 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 158 more horse power than 1988 Citroen AX. (57 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW 335 should accelerate faster than 1988 Citroen AX.
Let's talk about torque, 2009 BMW 335 (200 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 112 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Citroen AX. (88 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 2009 BMW 335 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Citroen AX.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 BMW 335 | 1988 Citroen AX | |
| Make | BMW | Citroen |
| Model | 335 | AX |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1988 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2496 cc | 1124 cc |
| Horse Power | 215 HP | 57 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 200 Nm | 88 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 3700 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 9.4:1 |
| Top Speed | 240 km/hour | 167 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 7.9 seconds | 11.4 seconds |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 3530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1560 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2290 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.2 L/100km | 5.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 43 L |
