1994 BMW 750 vs. 1942 Citroen 15
To start off, 1994 BMW 750 is newer by 52 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1942 Citroen 15. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1942 Citroen 15 would be higher. At 5,379 cc (12 cylinders), 1994 BMW 750 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 BMW 750 (322 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 246 more horse power than 1942 Citroen 15. (76 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 BMW 750 should accelerate faster than 1942 Citroen 15. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 BMW 750 weights approximately 745 kg more than 1942 Citroen 15. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1994 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 1994 BMW 750. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1942 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, 1994 BMW 750 (488 Nm @ 3900 RPM) has 301 more torque (in Nm) than 1942 Citroen 15. (187 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1994 BMW 750 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1942 Citroen 15. 1994 BMW 750 has automatic transmission and 1942 Citroen 15 has manual transmission. 1942 Citroen 15 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1994 BMW 750 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1994 BMW 750 | 1942 Citroen 15 | |
Make | BMW | Citroen |
Model | 750 | 15 |
Year Released | 1994 | 1942 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5379 cc | 2867 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 322 HP | 76 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Torque | 488 Nm | 187 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3900 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 2070 kg | 1325 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5130 mm | 4770 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1570 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2940 mm | 3100 mm |