1943 Citroen 15 vs. 2011 BMW 530
To start off, 2011 BMW 530 is newer by 68 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 2,996 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 BMW 530 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 BMW 530 (271 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 195 more horse power than 1943 Citroen 15. (76 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 BMW 530 should accelerate faster than 1943 Citroen 15. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 BMW 530 weights approximately 385 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 2011 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 2011 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, 2011 BMW 530 (310 Nm) has 123 more torque (in Nm) than 1943 Citroen 15. (187 Nm). This means 2011 BMW 530 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1943 Citroen 15. 2011 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. 2011 BMW 530 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1943 Citroen 15 | 2011 BMW 530 | |
| Make | Citroen | BMW |
| Model | 15 | 530 |
| Year Released | 1943 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2866 cc | 2996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 76 HP | 271 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Torque | 187 Nm | 310 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 8-speed shiftable automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1325 kg | 1710 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4899 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1464 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3100 mm | 2968 mm |
