1958 BMW 600 vs. 1984 Citroen C 15
To start off, 1984 Citroen C 15 is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 BMW 600. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 BMW 600 would be higher. At 954 cc (4 cylinders), 1984 Citroen C 15 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Citroen C 15 (44 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 1958 BMW 600. (20 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1984 Citroen C 15 should accelerate faster than 1958 BMW 600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Citroen C 15 weights approximately 296 kg more than 1958 BMW 600. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1958 BMW 600 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 1958 BMW 600. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1984 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, 1984 Citroen C 15 (70 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 32 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 BMW 600. (38 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1984 Citroen C 15 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 BMW 600.
Compare all specifications:
| 1958 BMW 600 | 1984 Citroen C 15 | |
| Make | BMW | Citroen |
| Model | 600 | C 15 |
| Year Released | 1958 | 1984 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 583 cc | 954 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 20 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 38 Nm | 70 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 550 kg | 846 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 2910 mm | 4010 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1410 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1820 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1710 mm | 2750 mm |
