1996 BMW 528 vs. 1990 Citroen C 15
To start off, 1996 BMW 528 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Citroen C 15. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Citroen C 15 would be higher. At 2,793 cc (6 cylinders), 1996 BMW 528 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 BMW 528 (201 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 157 more horse power than 1990 Citroen C 15. (44 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 BMW 528 should accelerate faster than 1990 Citroen C 15. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 BMW 528 weights approximately 850 kg more than 1990 Citroen C 15. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1996 BMW 528 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 1996 BMW 528. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1990 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, 1996 BMW 528 (280 Nm @ 3950 RPM) has 210 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Citroen C 15. (70 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 1996 BMW 528 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Citroen C 15.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 BMW 528 | 1990 Citroen C 15 | |
| Make | BMW | Citroen |
| Model | 528 | C 15 |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1990 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2793 cc | 954 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 201 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 280 Nm | 70 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3950 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1695 kg | 845 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4010 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1820 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2760 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 66 L |
