1957 BMW 600 vs. 1957 Citroen 15
To start off, both 1957 BMW 600 and 1957 Citroen 15 were released in the same year (1957). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,866 cc (6 cylinders), 1957 Citroen 15 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1957 Citroen 15 (76 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 56 more horse power than 1957 BMW 600. (20 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1957 Citroen 15 should accelerate faster than 1957 BMW 600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1957 Citroen 15 weights approximately 775 kg more than 1957 BMW 600. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1957 BMW 600 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 1957 BMW 600. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1957 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, 1957 Citroen 15 (187 Nm) has 149 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 BMW 600. (38 Nm). This means 1957 Citroen 15 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 BMW 600.
Compare all specifications:
1957 BMW 600 | 1957 Citroen 15 | |
Make | BMW | Citroen |
Model | 600 | 15 |
Year Released | 1957 | 1957 |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 583 cc | 2866 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 20 HP | 76 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Torque | 38 Nm | 187 Nm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 550 kg | 1325 kg |
Vehicle Length | 2910 mm | 4770 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1410 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1570 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 1710 mm | 3100 mm |