1951 Citroen 15 vs. 2010 BMW 335
To start off, 2010 BMW 335 is newer by 59 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1951 Citroen 15. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1951 Citroen 15 would be higher. At 3,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 BMW 335 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 BMW 335 (265 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 189 more horse power than 1951 Citroen 15. (76 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 BMW 335 should accelerate faster than 1951 Citroen 15. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 BMW 335 weights approximately 409 kg more than 1951 Citroen 15. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2010 BMW 335 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 335. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1951 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 335 (576 Nm) has 389 more torque (in Nm) than 1951 Citroen 15. (187 Nm). This means 2010 BMW 335 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1951 Citroen 15. 2010 BMW 335 has automatic transmission and 1951 Citroen 15 has manual transmission. 1951 Citroen 15 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2010 BMW 335 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1951 Citroen 15 | 2010 BMW 335 | |
| Make | Citroen | BMW |
| Model | 15 | 335 |
| Year Released | 1951 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2867 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 | 265 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 187 Nm | 576 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1326 kg | 1735 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4526 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1816 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3100 mm | 2761 mm |
