2005 BMW 330 vs. 1952 Citroen 15
To start off, 2005 BMW 330 is newer by 53 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1952 Citroen 15. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1952 Citroen 15 would be higher. At 2,993 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 BMW 330 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 BMW 330 (225 HP @ 7400 RPM) has 149 more horse power than 1952 Citroen 15. (76 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 BMW 330 should accelerate faster than 1952 Citroen 15. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 BMW 330 weights approximately 254 kg more than 1952 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, 2005 BMW 330 (290 Nm) has 103 more torque (in Nm) than 1952 Citroen 15. (187 Nm). This means 2005 BMW 330 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1952 Citroen 15.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 BMW 330 | 1952 Citroen 15 | |
| Make | BMW | Citroen |
| Model | 330 | 15 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1952 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2993 cc | 2867 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 225 HP | 76 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7400 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 290 Nm | 187 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 78 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 100 mm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1580 kg | 1326 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1570 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 3100 mm |
