2009 BMW 635 vs. 1978 Citroen Visa
To start off, 2009 BMW 635 is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Citroen Visa. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Citroen Visa would be higher. At 2,993 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 BMW 635 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW 635 (282 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 233 more horse power than 1978 Citroen Visa. (49 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW 635 should accelerate faster than 1978 Citroen Visa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 BMW 635 weights approximately 920 kg more than 1978 Citroen Visa. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 BMW 635 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 2009 BMW 635. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1978 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, 2009 BMW 635 (581 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 495 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Citroen Visa. (86 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2009 BMW 635 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Citroen Visa. 2009 BMW 635 has automatic transmission and 1978 Citroen Visa has manual transmission. 1978 Citroen Visa will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 BMW 635 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 BMW 635 | 1978 Citroen Visa | |
| Make | BMW | Citroen |
| Model | 635 | Visa |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1978 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2993 cc | 1124 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 282 HP | 49 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 581 Nm | 86 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 72.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 69 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1725 kg | 805 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 3700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2790 mm | 2440 mm |
