1995 BMW S3 vs. 1943 Citroen 15
To start off, 1995 BMW S3 is newer by 52 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1943 Citroen 15. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1943 Citroen 15 would be higher. At 2,866 cc (6 cylinders), 1943 Citroen 15 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 BMW S3 (338 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 262 more horse power than 1943 Citroen 15. (76 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 BMW S3 should accelerate faster than 1943 Citroen 15. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 BMW S3 weights approximately 400 kg more than 1943 Citroen 15. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1995 BMW S3 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 1995 BMW S3. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1943 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, 1995 BMW S3 (260 Nm) has 73 more torque (in Nm) than 1943 Citroen 15. (187 Nm). This means 1995 BMW S3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1943 Citroen 15.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 BMW S3 | 1943 Citroen 15 | |
| Make | BMW | Citroen |
| Model | S3 | 15 |
| Year Released | 1995 | 1943 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2497 cc | 2866 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 338 HP | 76 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 260 Nm | 187 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 6.2:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1725 kg | 1325 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1570 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 3100 mm |
