1996 BMW 740 vs. 2000 Citroen C 15
To start off, 2000 Citroen C 15 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 BMW 740. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 BMW 740 would be higher. At 4,398 cc (8 cylinders), 1996 BMW 740 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 BMW 740 (282 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 223 more horse power than 2000 Citroen C 15. (59 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 BMW 740 should accelerate faster than 2000 Citroen C 15. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 BMW 740 weights approximately 1000 kg more than 2000 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 740 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 740. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 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 740 (420 Nm @ 3900 RPM) has 310 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Citroen C 15. (110 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1996 BMW 740 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Citroen C 15.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 BMW 740 | 2000 Citroen C 15 | |
| Make | BMW | Citroen |
| Model | 740 | C 15 |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4398 cc | 1761 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 282 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 420 Nm | 110 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3900 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 23.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1945 kg | 945 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5130 mm | 4010 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1820 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3080 mm | 2750 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 85 L | 66 L |
