1985 BMW 324 vs. 1986 Citroen C 15
To start off, 1986 Citroen C 15 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 BMW 324. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 BMW 324 would be higher. At 2,494 cc (6 cylinders), 1985 BMW 324 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 BMW 324 (85 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 41 more horse power than 1986 Citroen C 15. (44 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1985 BMW 324 should accelerate faster than 1986 Citroen C 15. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 BMW 324 weights approximately 415 kg more than 1986 Citroen C 15. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1985 BMW 324 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 1985 BMW 324. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1986 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, 1985 BMW 324 (152 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 82 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Citroen C 15. (70 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 1985 BMW 324 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Citroen C 15.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 BMW 324 | 1986 Citroen C 15 | |
| Make | BMW | Citroen |
| Model | 324 | C 15 |
| Year Released | 1985 | 1986 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2494 cc | 954 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 152 Nm | 70 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1260 kg | 845 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4330 mm | 4010 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1820 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2750 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 66 L |
