2006 BMW 525 vs. 1942 Citroen 15
To start off, 2006 BMW 525 is newer by 64 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1942 Citroen 15. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1942 Citroen 15 would be higher. At 2,867 cc (6 cylinders), 1942 Citroen 15 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 BMW 525 (175 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 99 more horse power than 1942 Citroen 15. (76 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 BMW 525 should accelerate faster than 1942 Citroen 15.
Because 2006 BMW 525 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 2006 BMW 525. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1942 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, 2006 BMW 525 (400 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 213 more torque (in Nm) than 1942 Citroen 15. (187 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2006 BMW 525 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1942 Citroen 15.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 BMW 525 | 1942 Citroen 15 | |
| Make | BMW | Citroen |
| Model | 525 | 15 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1942 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2497 cc | 2867 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 175 HP | 76 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 187 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1570 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 3100 mm |
