2006 BMW 530 vs. 1989 Citroen C 15
To start off, 2006 BMW 530 is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Citroen C 15. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Citroen C 15 would be higher. At 2,979 cc, 2006 BMW 530 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Citroen C 15 (44 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 2006 BMW 530. (23 HP @ 5900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1989 Citroen C 15 should accelerate faster than 2006 BMW 530. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 BMW 530 weights approximately 785 kg more than 1989 Citroen C 15.
Because 2006 BMW 530 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 530. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1989 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, 2006 BMW 530 (300 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 229 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Citroen C 15. (71 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2006 BMW 530 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Citroen C 15.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 BMW 530 | 1989 Citroen C 15 | |
| Make | BMW | Citroen |
| Model | 530 | C 15 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1989 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2979 cc | 954 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 23 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 71 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1630 kg | 845 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 4010 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1680 mm | 1820 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2760 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 66 L |
