1984 Citroen C 15 vs. 2011 BMW X3
To start off, 2011 BMW X3 is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Citroen C 15. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Citroen C 15 would be higher. At 2,993 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 BMW X3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 BMW X3 (311 HP @ 3300 RPM) has 264 more horse power than 1984 Citroen C 15. (47 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 BMW X3 should accelerate faster than 1984 Citroen C 15. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 BMW X3 weights approximately 1060 kg more than 1984 Citroen C 15. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2011 BMW X3 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1984 Citroen C 15. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 BMW X3 will offer significantly more control. 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, 2011 BMW X3 (630 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 544 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Citroen C 15. (86 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2011 BMW X3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Citroen C 15.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Citroen C 15 | 2011 BMW X3 | |
| Make | Citroen | BMW |
| Model | C 15 | X3 |
| Year Released | 1984 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1124 cc | 2993 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 47 HP | 311 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 3300 RPM |
| Torque | 86 Nm | 630 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 72 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 69 mm | 84 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 865 kg | 1925 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4010 mm | 4648 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1881 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1675 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2810 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 67 L |
