1954 Citroen 15 vs. 2013 BMW 5 Series

To start off, 2013 BMW 5 Series is newer by 59 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1954 Citroen 15. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1954 Citroen 15 would be higher. At 4,395 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 BMW 5 Series is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 BMW 5 Series (439 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 363 more horse power than 1954 Citroen 15. (76 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 BMW 5 Series should accelerate faster than 1954 Citroen 15. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 BMW 5 Series weights approximately 725 kg more than 1954 Citroen 15. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 2013 BMW 5 Series is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1954 Citroen 15. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 BMW 5 Series 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, 2013 BMW 5 Series (651 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 464 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 Citroen 15. (187 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2013 BMW 5 Series will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1954 Citroen 15. 2013 BMW 5 Series has automatic transmission and 1954 Citroen 15 has manual transmission. 1954 Citroen 15 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2013 BMW 5 Series will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

1954 Citroen 15 2013 BMW 5 Series
Make Citroen BMW
Model 15 5 Series
Year Released 1954 2013
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 2866 cc 4395 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 8 cylinders
Engine Type in-line V
Valves per Cylinder 2 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 76 HP 439 HP
Engine RPM 3800 RPM 5500 RPM
Torque 187 Nm 651 Nm
Torque RPM 2000 RPM 4500 RPM
Engine Bore Size 78 mm 89 mm
Engine Stroke Size 100 mm 88 mm
Engine Compression Ratio 6.2:1 10.0 :1
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Front AWD
Transmission Type Manual 8-speed automatic
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Vehicle Weight 1325 kg 2050 kg
Vehicle Length 4770 mm 4905 mm
Vehicle Width 1800 mm 2094 mm
Vehicle Height 1570 mm 1464 mm
Wheelbase Size 3100 mm 2968 mm


 

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