1989 BMW 850 vs. 1952 Citroen 15
To start off, 1989 BMW 850 is newer by 37 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1952 Citroen 15. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1952 Citroen 15 would be higher. At 4,988 cc (12 cylinders), 1989 BMW 850 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 BMW 850 (296 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 220 more horse power than 1952 Citroen 15. (76 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 BMW 850 should accelerate faster than 1952 Citroen 15. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 BMW 850 weights approximately 466 kg more than 1952 Citroen 15. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1989 BMW 850 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 1989 BMW 850. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1952 Citroen 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, 1989 BMW 850 (450 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 263 more torque (in Nm) than 1952 Citroen 15. (187 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1989 BMW 850 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1952 Citroen 15.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 BMW 850 | 1952 Citroen 15 | |
| Make | BMW | Citroen |
| Model | 850 | 15 |
| Year Released | 1989 | 1952 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4988 cc | 2867 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 296 HP | 76 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 450 Nm | 187 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4100 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84.1 mm | 78 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 100 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1792 kg | 1326 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1570 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 3100 mm |
