2009 BMW 335 vs. 1988 Citroen Mehari
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 Mehari. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Citroen Mehari 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 186 more horse power than 1988 Citroen Mehari. (29 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW 335 should accelerate faster than 1988 Citroen Mehari.
Let's talk about torque, 2009 BMW 335 (200 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 161 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Citroen Mehari. (39 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2009 BMW 335 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Citroen Mehari.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 BMW 335 | 1988 Citroen Mehari | |
| Make | BMW | Citroen |
| Model | 335 | Mehari |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1988 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2496 cc | 600 cc |
| Horse Power | 215 HP | 29 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 200 Nm | 39 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 3530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1640 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2410 mm |
