1984 Citroen C 15 vs. 2013 BMW 3 Series
To start off, 2013 BMW 3 Series is newer by 29 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 1,997 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 BMW 3 Series is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 BMW 3 Series (238 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 191 more horse power than 1984 Citroen C 15. (47 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 BMW 3 Series should accelerate faster than 1984 Citroen C 15. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 BMW 3 Series weights approximately 705 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 2013 BMW 3 Series 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 2013 BMW 3 Series. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1984 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, 2013 BMW 3 Series (350 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 264 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Citroen C 15. (86 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2013 BMW 3 Series 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 | 2013 BMW 3 Series | |
| Make | Citroen | BMW |
| Model | C 15 | 3 Series |
| Year Released | 1984 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1124 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 47 HP | 238 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 86 Nm | 350 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 72 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 69 mm | 90 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 865 kg | 1570 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4010 mm | 4636 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 2031 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1429 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2810 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 60 L |
