2005 BMW 318 vs. 1951 Citroen 15
To start off, 2005 BMW 318 is newer by 54 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1951 Citroen 15. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1951 Citroen 15 would be higher. At 2,867 cc (6 cylinders), 1951 Citroen 15 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 BMW 318 (141 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 65 more horse power than 1951 Citroen 15. (76 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 BMW 318 should accelerate faster than 1951 Citroen 15. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 BMW 318 weights approximately 69 kg more than 1951 Citroen 15. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 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 2005 BMW 318. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1951 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, 2005 BMW 318 (201 Nm) has 14 more torque (in Nm) than 1951 Citroen 15. (187 Nm). This means 2005 BMW 318 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1951 Citroen 15.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 BMW 318 | 1951 Citroen 15 | |
| Make | BMW | Citroen |
| Model | 318 | 15 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1951 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 2867 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 141 HP | 76 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 201 Nm | 187 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 78 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 100 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1395 kg | 1326 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1570 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 3100 mm |
