2005 BMW 530 vs. 1988 Citroen C 15
To start off, 2005 BMW 530 is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Citroen C 15. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Citroen C 15 would be higher. At 2,979 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 BMW 530 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 BMW 530 (254 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 210 more horse power than 1988 Citroen C 15. (44 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 BMW 530 should accelerate faster than 1988 Citroen C 15. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 BMW 530 weights approximately 915 kg more than 1988 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 530 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1988 Citroen C 15. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 BMW 530 will offer significantly more control. 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 530 (300 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 230 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Citroen C 15. (70 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2005 BMW 530 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Citroen C 15.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 BMW 530 | 1988 Citroen C 15 | |
| Make | BMW | Citroen |
| Model | 530 | C 15 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1988 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2979 cc | 954 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 254 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 70 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1760 kg | 845 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4010 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1820 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2750 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 66 L |
