1944 Citroen 15 vs. 2010 BMW 325
To start off, 2010 BMW 325 is newer by 66 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1944 Citroen 15. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1944 Citroen 15 would be higher. At 2,866 cc (6 cylinders), 1944 Citroen 15 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 BMW 325 (194 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 118 more horse power than 1944 Citroen 15. (76 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 BMW 325 should accelerate faster than 1944 Citroen 15.
Because 2010 BMW 325 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 2010 BMW 325. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1944 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, 2010 BMW 325 (400 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 213 more torque (in Nm) than 1944 Citroen 15. (187 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2010 BMW 325 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1944 Citroen 15.
Compare all specifications:
| 1944 Citroen 15 | 2010 BMW 325 | |
| Make | Citroen | BMW |
| Model | 15 | 325 |
| Year Released | 1944 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2866 cc | 2494 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 76 HP | 194 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 187 Nm | 400 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3250 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 6.2:1 | 17.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4230 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3100 mm | 2770 mm |
