2001 BMW 318 vs. 1954 Citroen 15
To start off, 2001 BMW 318 is newer by 47 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1954 Citroen 15. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1954 Citroen 15 would be higher. At 2,866 cc (6 cylinders), 1954 Citroen 15 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 BMW 318 (116 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 1954 Citroen 15. (76 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 BMW 318 should accelerate faster than 1954 Citroen 15. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 BMW 318 weights approximately 115 kg more than 1954 Citroen 15. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2001 BMW 318 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 2001 BMW 318. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1954 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, 1954 Citroen 15 (187 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 7 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 BMW 318. (180 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1954 Citroen 15 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 BMW 318.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 BMW 318 | 1954 Citroen 15 | |
| Make | BMW | Citroen |
| Model | 318 | 15 |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1954 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1895 cc | 2866 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 116 HP | 76 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 180 Nm | 187 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 78 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83.5 mm | 100 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.7:1 | 6.2:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1440 kg | 1325 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1570 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 3100 mm |
