2011 BMW 335 vs. 2010 Citroen C8
To start off, 2011 BMW 335 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2010 Citroen C8. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2010 Citroen C8 would be higher. At 3,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 BMW 335 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 BMW 335 (300 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 99 more horse power than 2010 Citroen C8. (201 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2011 BMW 335 should accelerate faster than 2010 Citroen C8. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Citroen C8 weights approximately 217 kg more than 2011 BMW 335.
Because 2011 BMW 335 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2010 Citroen C8. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 BMW 335 will offer significantly more control. 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, 2011 BMW 335 (406 Nm @ 1200 RPM) has 121 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Citroen C8. (285 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2011 BMW 335 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Citroen C8. 2010 Citroen C8 has automatic transmission and 2011 BMW 335 has manual transmission. 2011 BMW 335 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2010 Citroen C8 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2011 BMW 335 | 2010 Citroen C8 | |
| Make | BMW | Citroen |
| Model | 335 | C8 |
| Year Released | 2011 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3000 cc | 2946 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 201 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 406 Nm | 285 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1200 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | AWD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1625 kg | 1842 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4600 mm | 4730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1783 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1374 mm | 1760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2761 mm | 2830 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 80 L |
