1959 BMW 700 vs. 1984 Citroen C 15
To start off, 1984 Citroen C 15 is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 BMW 700. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 BMW 700 would be higher. At 1,124 cc (4 cylinders), 1984 Citroen C 15 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Citroen C 15 (47 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 1959 BMW 700. (39 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1984 Citroen C 15 should accelerate faster than 1959 BMW 700. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Citroen C 15 weights approximately 235 kg more than 1959 BMW 700. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1959 BMW 700 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 1959 BMW 700. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1984 Citroen C 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, 1984 Citroen C 15 (86 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 36 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 BMW 700. (50 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1984 Citroen C 15 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 BMW 700.
Compare all specifications:
1959 BMW 700 | 1984 Citroen C 15 | |
Make | BMW | Citroen |
Model | 700 | C 15 |
Year Released | 1959 | 1984 |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 695 cc | 1124 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 39 HP | 47 HP |
Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 50 Nm | 86 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 72 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 73 mm | 69 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 630 kg | 865 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3540 mm | 4010 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1650 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1820 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2130 mm | 2760 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 31 L | 54 L |