1972 BMW 520 vs. 1941 Citroen 15
To start off, 1972 BMW 520 is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1941 Citroen 15. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1941 Citroen 15 would be higher. At 2,867 cc (6 cylinders), 1941 Citroen 15 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 BMW 520 (150 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 74 more horse power than 1941 Citroen 15. (76 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 BMW 520 should accelerate faster than 1941 Citroen 15. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 BMW 520 weights approximately 120 kg more than 1941 Citroen 15. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1972 BMW 520 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 1972 BMW 520. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1941 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, 1972 BMW 520 (190 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 3 more torque (in Nm) than 1941 Citroen 15. (187 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1972 BMW 520 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1941 Citroen 15.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 BMW 520 | 1941 Citroen 15 | |
| Make | BMW | Citroen |
| Model | 520 | 15 |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1941 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1991 cc | 2867 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 150 HP | 76 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 190 Nm | 187 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1445 kg | 1325 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4630 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1570 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 3100 mm |
