2003 BMW 325 vs. 1986 Citroen C 15
To start off, 2003 BMW 325 is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Citroen C 15. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Citroen C 15 would be higher. At 2,494 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 BMW 325 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 BMW 325 (192 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 148 more horse power than 1986 Citroen C 15. (44 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 BMW 325 should accelerate faster than 1986 Citroen C 15. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 BMW 325 weights approximately 635 kg more than 1986 Citroen C 15. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2003 BMW 325 (245 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 175 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Citroen C 15. (70 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2003 BMW 325 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Citroen C 15.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 BMW 325 | 1986 Citroen C 15 | |
| Make | BMW | Citroen |
| Model | 325 | C 15 |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1986 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2494 cc | 954 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 192 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 245 Nm | 70 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1480 kg | 845 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 4010 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1820 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2750 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 66 L |
