2005 BMW 330 vs. 1984 Citroen C 15
To start off, 2005 BMW 330 is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Citroen C 15. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Citroen C 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 (228 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 184 more horse power than 1984 Citroen C 15. (44 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 BMW 330 should accelerate faster than 1984 Citroen C 15. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 BMW 330 weights approximately 729 kg more than 1984 Citroen C 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, 1984 Citroen C 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 230 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Citroen C 15. (70 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2005 BMW 330 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Citroen C 15.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 BMW 330 | 1984 Citroen C 15 | |
| Make | BMW | Citroen |
| Model | 330 | C 15 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1984 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2993 cc | 954 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 228 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 70 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1575 kg | 846 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4010 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1820 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2750 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 66 L |
