1997 BMW 850 vs. 1984 Citroen C 15
To start off, 1997 BMW 850 is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Citroen C 15. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Citroen C 15 would be higher. At 5,379 cc (12 cylinders), 1997 BMW 850 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 BMW 850 (329 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 282 more horse power than 1984 Citroen C 15. (47 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 BMW 850 should accelerate faster than 1984 Citroen C 15. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 BMW 850 weights approximately 1080 kg more than 1984 Citroen C 15. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1997 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 1997 BMW 850. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1984 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, 1997 BMW 850 (490 Nm) has 404 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Citroen C 15. (86 Nm). This means 1997 BMW 850 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Citroen C 15.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 BMW 850 | 1984 Citroen C 15 | |
| Make | BMW | Citroen |
| Model | 850 | C 15 |
| Year Released | 1997 | 1984 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5379 cc | 1124 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 329 HP | 47 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 490 Nm | 86 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 85.1 mm | 72 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79 mm | 69 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1945 kg | 865 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 4010 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1820 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2760 mm |
