1999 BMW 529 vs. 1950 Citroen 15
To start off, 1999 BMW 529 is newer by 49 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1950 Citroen 15. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1950 Citroen 15 would be higher. At 2,979 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 BMW 529 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 BMW 529 (193 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 117 more horse power than 1950 Citroen 15. (76 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 BMW 529 should accelerate faster than 1950 Citroen 15. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 BMW 529 weights approximately 299 kg more than 1950 Citroen 15. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1999 BMW 529 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 1999 BMW 529. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1950 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, 1999 BMW 529 (410 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 223 more torque (in Nm) than 1950 Citroen 15. (187 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1999 BMW 529 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1950 Citroen 15.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 BMW 529 | 1950 Citroen 15 | |
| Make | BMW | Citroen |
| Model | 529 | 15 |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1950 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2979 cc | 2867 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 193 HP | 76 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 410 Nm | 187 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 78 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 100 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 6.2:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1625 kg | 1326 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1570 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 3100 mm |
