1950 BMW 340 vs. 1950 Citroen 2CV
To start off, both 1950 BMW 340 and 1950 Citroen 2CV were released in the same year (1950). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,971 cc (6 cylinders), 1950 BMW 340 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1950 BMW 340 (53 HP @ 3750 RPM) has 43 more horse power than 1950 Citroen 2CV. (10 HP @ 3500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1950 BMW 340 should accelerate faster than 1950 Citroen 2CV. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1950 BMW 340 weights approximately 752 kg more than 1950 Citroen 2CV. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1950 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 1950 BMW 340. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1950 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1950 BMW 340 | 1950 Citroen 2CV | |
| Make | BMW | Citroen |
| Model | 340 | 2CV |
| Year Released | 1950 | 1950 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1971 cc | 375 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 10 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3750 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1250 kg | 498 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4610 mm | 3780 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1490 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1610 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2380 mm |
