1968 BMW 2000 vs. 1988 Citroen C 15
To start off, 1988 Citroen C 15 is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 BMW 2000. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 BMW 2000 would be higher. At 1,991 cc (4 cylinders), 1968 BMW 2000 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 BMW 2000 (118 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 74 more horse power than 1988 Citroen C 15. (44 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1968 BMW 2000 should accelerate faster than 1988 Citroen C 15. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 BMW 2000 weights approximately 115 kg more than 1988 Citroen C 15. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1968 BMW 2000 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 1968 BMW 2000. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1988 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, 1968 BMW 2000 (167 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 97 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Citroen C 15. (70 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 1968 BMW 2000 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Citroen C 15.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 BMW 2000 | 1988 Citroen C 15 | |
| Make | BMW | Citroen |
| Model | 2000 | C 15 |
| Year Released | 1968 | 1988 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1991 cc | 954 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 167 Nm | 70 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 960 kg | 845 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 4010 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1820 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2750 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 66 L |
