2008 BMW 760 vs. 1992 Citroen C 15
To start off, 2008 BMW 760 is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Citroen C 15. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Citroen C 15 would be higher. At 5,972 cc (12 cylinders), 2008 BMW 760 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 BMW 760 (440 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 396 more horse power than 1992 Citroen C 15. (44 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 BMW 760 should accelerate faster than 1992 Citroen C 15. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 BMW 760 weights approximately 1260 kg more than 1992 Citroen C 15. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 BMW 760 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 2008 BMW 760. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1992 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, 2008 BMW 760 (600 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 530 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Citroen C 15. (70 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2008 BMW 760 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Citroen C 15.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 BMW 760 | 1992 Citroen C 15 | |
| Make | BMW | Citroen |
| Model | 760 | C 15 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1992 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5972 cc | 954 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 440 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 600 Nm | 70 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 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 | 2105 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 |
