1943 Citroen 15 vs. 2009 BMW 530
To start off, 2009 BMW 530 is newer by 66 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1943 Citroen 15. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1943 Citroen 15 would be higher. At 2,993 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 BMW 530 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW 530 (232 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 156 more horse power than 1943 Citroen 15. (76 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW 530 should accelerate faster than 1943 Citroen 15. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 BMW 530 weights approximately 343 kg more than 1943 Citroen 15. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 BMW 530 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 530. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1943 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, 2009 BMW 530 (500 Nm) has 313 more torque (in Nm) than 1943 Citroen 15. (187 Nm). This means 2009 BMW 530 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1943 Citroen 15. 2009 BMW 530 has automatic transmission and 1943 Citroen 15 has manual transmission. 1943 Citroen 15 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 BMW 530 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1943 Citroen 15 | 2009 BMW 530 | |
| Make | Citroen | BMW |
| Model | 15 | 530 |
| Year Released | 1943 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2866 cc | 2993 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 76 HP | 232 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 187 Nm | 500 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 6.2:1 | 17.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1325 kg | 1668 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4850 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3100 mm | 2890 mm |
