1959 BMW 700 vs. 2003 Citroen C 15
To start off, 2003 Citroen C 15 is newer by 44 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 1,761 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Citroen C 15 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Citroen C 15 (59 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 1959 BMW 700. (39 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Citroen C 15 should accelerate faster than 1959 BMW 700. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Citroen C 15 weights approximately 315 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, 2003 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, 2003 Citroen C 15 (111 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 61 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 BMW 700. (50 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2003 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 | 2003 Citroen C 15 | |
| Make | BMW | Citroen |
| Model | 700 | C 15 |
| Year Released | 1959 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 695 cc | 1761 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 39 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 50 Nm | 111 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 73 mm | 88 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 630 kg | 945 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3540 mm | 4010 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1820 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2130 mm | 2750 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 31 L | 66 L |
