1975 BMW 520 vs. 1953 Citroen 15
To start off, 1975 BMW 520 is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1953 Citroen 15. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1953 Citroen 15 would be higher. At 2,866 cc (6 cylinders), 1953 Citroen 15 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1975 BMW 520 (123 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 47 more horse power than 1953 Citroen 15. (76 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1975 BMW 520 should accelerate faster than 1953 Citroen 15. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1953 Citroen 15 weights approximately 30 kg more than 1975 BMW 520.
Because 1975 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 1975 BMW 520. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1953 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, 1953 Citroen 15 (187 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 15 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 BMW 520. (172 Nm @ 4350 RPM). This means 1953 Citroen 15 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 BMW 520.
Compare all specifications:
1975 BMW 520 | 1953 Citroen 15 | |
Make | BMW | Citroen |
Model | 520 | 15 |
Year Released | 1975 | 1953 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1991 cc | 2866 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 123 HP | 76 HP |
Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Torque | 172 Nm | 187 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4350 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.3:1 | 6.2:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1295 kg | 1325 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4630 mm | 4770 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1570 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 3100 mm |