1984 Citroen C 15 vs. 2013 BMW X6 M
To start off, 2013 BMW X6 M 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 4,395 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 BMW X6 M is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 BMW X6 M (547 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 500 more horse power than 1984 Citroen C 15. (47 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 BMW X6 M should accelerate faster than 1984 Citroen C 15. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 BMW X6 M weights approximately 1550 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 X6 M 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, 2013 BMW X6 M 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, 2013 BMW X6 M (678 Nm @ 5650 RPM) has 592 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Citroen C 15. (86 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2013 BMW X6 M 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 X6 M | |
| Make | Citroen | BMW |
| Model | C 15 | X6 M |
| Year Released | 1984 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1124 cc | 4395 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 47 HP | 547 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 86 Nm | 678 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 5650 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 72 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 69 mm | 88 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 865 kg | 2415 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4010 mm | 4876 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 2195 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1684 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2933 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 85 L |
