2009 BMW M3 vs. 1984 Citroen Mehari
To start off, 2009 BMW M3 is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Citroen Mehari. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Citroen Mehari would be higher. At 3,999 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 BMW M3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW M3 (414 HP @ 8300 RPM) has 385 more horse power than 1984 Citroen Mehari. (29 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW M3 should accelerate faster than 1984 Citroen Mehari. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 BMW M3 weights approximately 970 kg more than 1984 Citroen Mehari. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 BMW M3 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 M3. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1984 Citroen Mehari, 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 M3 (400 Nm @ 3900 RPM) has 361 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Citroen Mehari. (39 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2009 BMW M3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Citroen Mehari.
Compare all specifications:
2009 BMW M3 | 1984 Citroen Mehari | |
Make | BMW | Citroen |
Model | M3 | Mehari |
Year Released | 2009 | 1984 |
Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3999 cc | 602 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 414 HP | 29 HP |
Engine RPM | 8300 RPM | 5750 RPM |
Torque | 400 Nm | 39 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3900 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1525 kg | 555 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4620 mm | 3530 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1420 mm | 1540 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1810 mm | 1640 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2410 mm |