1941 Citroen 15 vs. 2012 BMW 118
To start off, 2012 BMW 118 is newer by 71 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1941 Citroen 15. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1941 Citroen 15 would be higher. At 2,867 cc (6 cylinders), 1941 Citroen 15 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 BMW 118 (143 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 67 more horse power than 1941 Citroen 15. (76 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 BMW 118 should accelerate faster than 1941 Citroen 15. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 BMW 118 weights approximately 60 kg more than 1941 Citroen 15. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2012 BMW 118 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 2012 BMW 118. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1941 Citroen 15, 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, 2012 BMW 118 (300 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 113 more torque (in Nm) than 1941 Citroen 15. (187 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2012 BMW 118 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1941 Citroen 15.
Compare all specifications:
| 1941 Citroen 15 | 2012 BMW 118 | |
| Make | Citroen | BMW |
| Model | 15 | 118 |
| Year Released | 1941 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2867 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 76 HP | 143 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 187 Nm | 300 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1325 kg | 1385 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4239 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1748 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1421 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3100 mm | 2660 mm |
