1948 Citroen 2CV vs. 2011 Nissan GT-R
To start off, 2011 Nissan GT-R is newer by 63 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 3,800 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Nissan GT-R is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Nissan GT-R (485 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 476 more horse power than 1948 Citroen 2CV. (9 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Nissan GT-R should accelerate faster than 1948 Citroen 2CV. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Nissan GT-R weights approximately 1055 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 2011 Nissan GT-R is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1948 Citroen 2CV. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Nissan GT-R 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. Let's talk about torque, 2011 Nissan GT-R (588 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 565 more torque (in Nm) than 1948 Citroen 2CV. (23 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2011 Nissan GT-R will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1948 Citroen 2CV.
Compare all specifications:
1948 Citroen 2CV | 2011 Nissan GT-R | |
Make | Citroen | Nissan |
Model | 2CV | GT-R |
Year Released | 1948 | 2011 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 375 cc | 3800 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | boxer | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 9 HP | 485 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 6400 RPM |
Torque | 23 Nm | 588 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 682 kg | 1737 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3780 mm | 4651 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1902 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1610 mm | 1372 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2779 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 20 L | 74 L |