2004 BMW 325 vs. 1949 Citroen 15
To start off, 2004 BMW 325 is newer by 55 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1949 Citroen 15. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1949 Citroen 15 would be higher. At 2,867 cc (6 cylinders), 1949 Citroen 15 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 BMW 325 (189 HP @ 7400 RPM) has 113 more horse power than 1949 Citroen 15. (76 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 BMW 325 should accelerate faster than 1949 Citroen 15. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 BMW 325 weights approximately 384 kg more than 1949 Citroen 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, 2004 BMW 325 (237 Nm) has 50 more torque (in Nm) than 1949 Citroen 15. (187 Nm). This means 2004 BMW 325 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1949 Citroen 15.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 BMW 325 | 1949 Citroen 15 | |
| Make | BMW | Citroen |
| Model | 325 | 15 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1949 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2491 cc | 2867 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 189 HP | 76 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7400 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 237 Nm | 187 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 78 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 100 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 6.2:1 |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1710 kg | 1326 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1570 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 3100 mm |
