2007 BMW 750 vs. 1998 Citroen C 15
To start off, 2007 BMW 750 is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Citroen C 15. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Citroen C 15 would be higher. At 4,799 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 BMW 750 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW 750 (362 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 303 more horse power than 1998 Citroen C 15. (59 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW 750 should accelerate faster than 1998 Citroen C 15. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 BMW 750 weights approximately 1110 kg more than 1998 Citroen C 15. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 BMW 750 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 750. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 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, 2007 BMW 750 (490 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 382 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Citroen C 15. (108 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2007 BMW 750 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Citroen C 15.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 BMW 750 | 1998 Citroen C 15 | |
| Make | BMW | Citroen |
| Model | 750 | C 15 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4799 cc | 1761 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 362 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 490 Nm | 108 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.3 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 23.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2055 kg | 945 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5180 mm | 4010 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1820 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3140 mm | 2760 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 88 L | 47 L |
