2000 BMW X5 vs. 1952 Citroen 15
To start off, 2000 BMW X5 is newer by 48 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1952 Citroen 15. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1952 Citroen 15 would be higher. At 2,867 cc (6 cylinders), 1952 Citroen 15 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 BMW X5 (190 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 114 more horse power than 1952 Citroen 15. (76 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 BMW X5 should accelerate faster than 1952 Citroen 15. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 BMW X5 weights approximately 644 kg more than 1952 Citroen 15. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2000 BMW X5 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1952 Citroen 15. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 BMW X5 will offer significantly more control. 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, 2000 BMW X5 (281 Nm @ 3950 RPM) has 94 more torque (in Nm) than 1952 Citroen 15. (187 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2000 BMW X5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1952 Citroen 15.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 BMW X5 | 1952 Citroen 15 | |
| Make | BMW | Citroen |
| Model | X5 | 15 |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1952 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2793 cc | 2867 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 190 HP | 76 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 281 Nm | 187 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3950 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84.1 mm | 78 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84.1 mm | 100 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1970 kg | 1326 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1570 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 3100 mm |
