1946 Citroen 15 vs. 1981 BMW M1
To start off, 1981 BMW M1 is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1946 Citroen 15. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1946 Citroen 15 would be higher. At 3,453 cc (6 cylinders), 1981 BMW M1 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1981 BMW M1 (273 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 197 more horse power than 1946 Citroen 15. (76 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1981 BMW M1 should accelerate faster than 1946 Citroen 15. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1946 Citroen 15 weights approximately 25 kg more than 1981 BMW M1.
Because 1981 BMW M1 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 1981 BMW M1. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1946 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, 1981 BMW M1 (330 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 143 more torque (in Nm) than 1946 Citroen 15. (187 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1981 BMW M1 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1946 Citroen 15.
Compare all specifications:
1946 Citroen 15 | 1981 BMW M1 | |
Make | Citroen | BMW |
Model | 15 | M1 |
Year Released | 1946 | 1981 |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 2866 cc | 3453 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 76 HP | 273 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 187 Nm | 330 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 93.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 100 mm | 84 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 6.2:1 | 9.0:1 |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1325 kg | 1300 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4370 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1140 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3100 mm | 2570 mm |