1948 Citroen 15 vs. 2012 BMW 740
To start off, 2012 BMW 740 is newer by 64 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1948 Citroen 15. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1948 Citroen 15 would be higher. At 3,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 BMW 740 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 BMW 740 (315 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 239 more horse power than 1948 Citroen 15. (76 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 BMW 740 should accelerate faster than 1948 Citroen 15. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 BMW 740 weights approximately 644 kg more than 1948 Citroen 15. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2012 BMW 740 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 740. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1948 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 740 (447 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 260 more torque (in Nm) than 1948 Citroen 15. (187 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2012 BMW 740 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1948 Citroen 15. 2012 BMW 740 has automatic transmission and 1948 Citroen 15 has manual transmission. 1948 Citroen 15 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 BMW 740 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1948 Citroen 15 | 2012 BMW 740 | |
| Make | Citroen | BMW |
| Model | 15 | 740 |
| Year Released | 1948 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2866 cc | 3000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 76 HP | 315 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 187 Nm | 447 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1326 kg | 1970 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 5075 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1902 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1479 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3100 mm | 3070 mm |
