2008 BMW 525 vs. 1953 Citroen 15
To start off, 2008 BMW 525 is newer by 55 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1953 Citroen 15. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1953 Citroen 15 would be higher. At 2,866 cc (6 cylinders), 1953 Citroen 15 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 BMW 525 (215 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 139 more horse power than 1953 Citroen 15. (76 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 BMW 525 should accelerate faster than 1953 Citroen 15. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 BMW 525 weights approximately 241 kg more than 1953 Citroen 15. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 BMW 525 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1953 Citroen 15. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 BMW 525 will offer significantly more control. 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, 2008 BMW 525 (250 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 63 more torque (in Nm) than 1953 Citroen 15. (187 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2008 BMW 525 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1953 Citroen 15.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 BMW 525 | 1953 Citroen 15 | |
| Make | BMW | Citroen |
| Model | 525 | 15 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1953 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2497 cc | 2866 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 215 HP | 76 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 250 Nm | 187 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 78.8 mm | 78 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 100 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 6.2:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1566 kg | 1325 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1570 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 3100 mm |
