1949 BMW 340 vs. 1944 Citroen 7
To start off, 1949 BMW 340 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1944 Citroen 7. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1944 Citroen 7 would be higher. At 1,971 cc (6 cylinders), 1949 BMW 340 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1949 BMW 340 (53 HP @ 3750 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 1944 Citroen 7. (35 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1949 BMW 340 should accelerate faster than 1944 Citroen 7. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1949 BMW 340 weights approximately 224 kg more than 1944 Citroen 7. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1949 BMW 340 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 1949 BMW 340. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1944 Citroen 7, 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1949 BMW 340 | 1944 Citroen 7 | |
| Make | BMW | Citroen |
| Model | 340 | 7 |
| Year Released | 1949 | 1944 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1971 cc | 1628 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 35 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3750 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1250 kg | 1026 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4610 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2920 mm |
