1948 Citroen 2CV vs. 2010 BMW 118
To start off, 2010 BMW 118 is newer by 62 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1948 Citroen 2CV. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1948 Citroen 2CV would be higher. At 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 BMW 118 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 BMW 118 (143 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 134 more horse power than 1948 Citroen 2CV. (9 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 BMW 118 should accelerate faster than 1948 Citroen 2CV. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 BMW 118 weights approximately 703 kg more than 1948 Citroen 2CV. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2010 BMW 118 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 2010 BMW 118. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1948 Citroen 2CV, 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, 2010 BMW 118 (300 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 277 more torque (in Nm) than 1948 Citroen 2CV. (23 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2010 BMW 118 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1948 Citroen 2CV.
Compare all specifications:
| 1948 Citroen 2CV | 2010 BMW 118 | |
| Make | Citroen | BMW |
| Model | 2CV | 118 |
| Year Released | 1948 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 375 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 9 HP | 143 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 23 Nm | 300 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 682 kg | 1385 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3780 mm | 4239 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1748 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1610 mm | 1421 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2660 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 20 L | 51 L |
