2007 BMW 630 vs. 1956 Citroen 15
To start off, 2007 BMW 630 is newer by 51 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 Citroen 15. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Citroen 15 would be higher. At 2,996 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 BMW 630 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW 630 (255 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 179 more horse power than 1956 Citroen 15. (76 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW 630 should accelerate faster than 1956 Citroen 15. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 BMW 630 weights approximately 435 kg more than 1956 Citroen 15. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 BMW 630 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 2007 BMW 630. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1956 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, 2007 BMW 630 (300 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 113 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Citroen 15. (187 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2007 BMW 630 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Citroen 15.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 BMW 630 | 1956 Citroen 15 | |
| Make | BMW | Citroen |
| Model | 630 | 15 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1956 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2996 cc | 2867 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 255 HP | 76 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 187 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 78 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 100 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.7:1 | 6.2:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1760 kg | 1325 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1570 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2790 mm | 3100 mm |
