1987 BMW 750 vs. 1994 Citroen C 15
To start off, 1994 Citroen C 15 is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 BMW 750. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 BMW 750 would be higher. At 4,986 cc (12 cylinders), 1987 BMW 750 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 BMW 750 (296 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 252 more horse power than 1994 Citroen C 15. (44 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1987 BMW 750 should accelerate faster than 1994 Citroen C 15. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 BMW 750 weights approximately 1015 kg more than 1994 Citroen C 15. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1987 BMW 750 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 1987 BMW 750. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1994 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, 1987 BMW 750 (451 Nm @ 3900 RPM) has 381 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Citroen C 15. (70 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 1987 BMW 750 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Citroen C 15.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 BMW 750 | 1994 Citroen C 15 | |
| Make | BMW | Citroen |
| Model | 750 | C 15 |
| Year Released | 1987 | 1994 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4986 cc | 954 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 296 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 451 Nm | 70 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3900 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1860 kg | 845 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5030 mm | 4010 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1820 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2750 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 120 L | 66 L |
