1973 BMW 1502 vs. 1954 Citroen 11
To start off, 1973 BMW 1502 is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1954 Citroen 11. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1954 Citroen 11 would be higher. At 1,911 cc (4 cylinders), 1954 Citroen 11 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 BMW 1502 (85 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 1954 Citroen 11. (55 HP @ 3200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1973 BMW 1502 should accelerate faster than 1954 Citroen 11. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1954 Citroen 11 weights approximately 265 kg more than 1973 BMW 1502.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 BMW 1502 | 1954 Citroen 11 | |
| Make | BMW | Citroen |
| Model | 1502 | 11 |
| Year Released | 1973 | 1954 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1573 cc | 1911 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 55 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 930 kg | 1195 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 4830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1590 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 3280 mm |
