1950 Citroen 15 vs. 2010 BMW X6
To start off, 2010 BMW X6 is newer by 60 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1950 Citroen 15. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1950 Citroen 15 would be higher. At 4,400 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 BMW X6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 BMW X6 (555 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 479 more horse power than 1950 Citroen 15. (76 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 BMW X6 should accelerate faster than 1950 Citroen 15. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 BMW X6 weights approximately 1089 kg more than 1950 Citroen 15. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2010 BMW X6 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1950 Citroen 15. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 BMW X6 will offer significantly more control. 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 X6 (677 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 490 more torque (in Nm) than 1950 Citroen 15. (187 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2010 BMW X6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1950 Citroen 15. 2010 BMW X6 has automatic transmission and 1950 Citroen 15 has manual transmission. 1950 Citroen 15 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2010 BMW X6 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1950 Citroen 15 | 2010 BMW X6 | |
| Make | Citroen | BMW |
| Model | 15 | X6 |
| Year Released | 1950 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2867 cc | 4400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 76 HP | 555 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 187 Nm | 677 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1326 kg | 2415 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4877 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1984 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1684 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3100 mm | 2934 mm |
