2006 BMW 740 vs. 1988 Citroen C 15
To start off, 2006 BMW 740 is newer by 18 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 3,999 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 BMW 740 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 BMW 740 (302 HP @ 3700 RPM) has 258 more horse power than 1988 Citroen C 15. (44 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 BMW 740 should accelerate faster than 1988 Citroen C 15. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 BMW 740 weights approximately 1100 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 2006 BMW 740 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 740. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1988 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 740 (390 Nm @ 3700 RPM) has 320 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Citroen C 15. (70 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2006 BMW 740 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Citroen C 15.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 BMW 740 | 1988 Citroen C 15 | |
| Make | BMW | Citroen |
| Model | 740 | C 15 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1988 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3999 cc | 954 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 302 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3700 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 390 Nm | 70 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3700 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 | 1945 kg | 845 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5040 mm | 4010 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1820 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3000 mm | 2750 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 88 L | 66 L |
