2005 BMW 330 vs. 1953 Citroen 15
To start off, 2005 BMW 330 is newer by 52 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1953 Citroen 15. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1953 Citroen 15 would be higher. At 2,999 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 BMW 330 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 BMW 330 (228 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 152 more horse power than 1953 Citroen 15. (76 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 BMW 330 should accelerate faster than 1953 Citroen 15. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 BMW 330 weights approximately 350 kg more than 1953 Citroen 15. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 BMW 330 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 330. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1953 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 330 (300 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 113 more torque (in Nm) than 1953 Citroen 15. (187 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2005 BMW 330 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1953 Citroen 15.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 BMW 330 | 1953 Citroen 15 | |
| Make | BMW | Citroen |
| Model | 330 | 15 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1953 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2999 cc | 2866 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 228 HP | 76 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 187 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84.1 mm | 78 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 89.6 mm | 100 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 6.2:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1675 kg | 1325 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1570 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 3100 mm |
