2004 BMW 525 vs. 1943 Citroen 15
To start off, 2004 BMW 525 is newer by 61 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1943 Citroen 15. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1943 Citroen 15 would be higher. At 2,866 cc (6 cylinders), 1943 Citroen 15 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 BMW 525 (174 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 98 more horse power than 1943 Citroen 15. (76 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 BMW 525 should accelerate faster than 1943 Citroen 15. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 BMW 525 weights approximately 335 kg more than 1943 Citroen 15. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2004 BMW 525 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 2004 BMW 525. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1943 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, 2004 BMW 525 (410 Nm) has 223 more torque (in Nm) than 1943 Citroen 15. (187 Nm). This means 2004 BMW 525 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1943 Citroen 15.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 BMW 525 | 1943 Citroen 15 | |
| Make | BMW | Citroen |
| Model | 525 | 15 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1943 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2497 cc | 2866 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 174 HP | 76 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 410 Nm | 187 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 17.0:1 | 6.2:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1660 kg | 1325 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1570 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 3100 mm |
