1962 BMW 1500 vs. 1957 Citroen 15
To start off, 1962 BMW 1500 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Citroen 15. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Citroen 15 would be higher. At 2,866 cc (6 cylinders), 1957 Citroen 15 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1962 BMW 1500 (80 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 1957 Citroen 15. (76 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1962 BMW 1500 should accelerate faster than 1957 Citroen 15. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1957 Citroen 15 weights approximately 282 kg more than 1962 BMW 1500.
Because 1962 BMW 1500 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 1962 BMW 1500. 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 69 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 BMW 1500. (118 Nm). This means 1957 Citroen 15 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 BMW 1500.
Compare all specifications:
1962 BMW 1500 | 1957 Citroen 15 | |
Make | BMW | Citroen |
Model | 1500 | 15 |
Year Released | 1962 | 1957 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1499 cc | 2866 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 80 HP | 76 HP |
Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Torque | 118 Nm | 187 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 78 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 71 mm | 100 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 6.2:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1043 kg | 1325 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4770 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1570 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 3100 mm |