1948 Citroen 11 vs. 2013 BMW 3 Series
To start off, 2013 BMW 3 Series is newer by 65 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1948 Citroen 11. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1948 Citroen 11 would be higher. At 2,979 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 BMW 3 Series is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 BMW 3 Series (296 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 241 more horse power than 1948 Citroen 11. (55 HP @ 3200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 BMW 3 Series should accelerate faster than 1948 Citroen 11. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 BMW 3 Series weights approximately 500 kg more than 1948 Citroen 11. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2013 BMW 3 Series is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1948 Citroen 11. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 BMW 3 Series 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1948 Citroen 11 | 2013 BMW 3 Series | |
| Make | Citroen | BMW |
| Model | 11 | 3 Series |
| Year Released | 1948 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1909 cc | 2979 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 55 HP | 296 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3200 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1195 kg | 1695 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 4620 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1961 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1590 mm | 1395 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3280 mm | 2760 mm |
