2009 BMW 760 vs. 1988 Citroen C 15
To start off, 2009 BMW 760 is newer by 21 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 5,971 cc (12 cylinders), 2009 BMW 760 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW 760 (439 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 395 more horse power than 1988 Citroen C 15. (44 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW 760 should accelerate faster than 1988 Citroen C 15. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 BMW 760 weights approximately 1245 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 2009 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 2009 BMW 760. 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, 2009 BMW 760 (600 Nm @ 3950 RPM) has 530 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Citroen C 15. (70 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2009 BMW 760 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Citroen C 15.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 BMW 760 | 1988 Citroen C 15 | |
| Make | BMW | Citroen |
| Model | 760 | C 15 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1988 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5971 cc | 954 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 439 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 600 Nm | 70 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3950 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2090 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 |
