1956 Citroen 2CV vs. 2011 Lexus LS
To start off, 2011 Lexus LS is newer by 55 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 Citroen 2CV. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Citroen 2CV would be higher. At 5,000 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Lexus LS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Lexus LS (438 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 426 more horse power than 1956 Citroen 2CV. (12 HP @ 3500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Lexus LS should accelerate faster than 1956 Citroen 2CV. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Lexus LS weights approximately 1831 kg more than 1956 Citroen 2CV. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2011 Lexus LS is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1956 Citroen 2CV. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Lexus LS 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 Lexus LS (521 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 497 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Citroen 2CV. (24 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2011 Lexus LS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Citroen 2CV.
Compare all specifications:
| 1956 Citroen 2CV | 2011 Lexus LS | |
| Make | Citroen | Lexus |
| Model | 2CV | LS |
| Year Released | 1956 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 425 cc | 5000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | V |
| Horse Power | 12 HP | 438 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3500 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 24 Nm | 521 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 600 kg | 2431 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3610 mm | 5179 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1875 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1481 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 3091 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 19 L | 84 L |
