1960 BMW 700 vs. 1955 Citroen 15
To start off, 1960 BMW 700 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1955 Citroen 15. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1955 Citroen 15 would be higher. At 2,866 cc (6 cylinders), 1955 Citroen 15 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1955 Citroen 15 (76 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 38 more horse power than 1960 BMW 700. (38 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1955 Citroen 15 should accelerate faster than 1960 BMW 700. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1955 Citroen 15 weights approximately 665 kg more than 1960 BMW 700. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1960 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 1960 BMW 700. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1955 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, 1955 Citroen 15 (187 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 135 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 BMW 700. (52 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1955 Citroen 15 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 BMW 700.
Compare all specifications:
| 1960 BMW 700 | 1955 Citroen 15 | |
| Make | BMW | Citroen |
| Model | 700 | 15 |
| Year Released | 1960 | 1955 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 697 cc | 2866 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 38 HP | 76 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 52 Nm | 187 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 78 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 73 mm | 100 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 660 kg | 1325 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3540 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1570 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2130 mm | 3100 mm |
