1958 Citroen 2CV vs. 2002 BMW X5
To start off, 2002 BMW X5 is newer by 44 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Citroen 2CV. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Citroen 2CV would be higher. At 2,993 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 BMW X5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 BMW X5 (181 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 157 more horse power than 1958 Citroen 2CV. (24 HP @ 3500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 BMW X5 should accelerate faster than 1958 Citroen 2CV. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 BMW X5 weights approximately 1420 kg more than 1958 Citroen 2CV. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2002 BMW X5 (391 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 341 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Citroen 2CV. (50 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2002 BMW X5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Citroen 2CV.
Compare all specifications:
1958 Citroen 2CV | 2002 BMW X5 | |
Make | Citroen | BMW |
Model | 2CV | X5 |
Year Released | 1958 | 2002 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 850 cc | 2993 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 24 HP | 181 HP |
Engine RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 50 Nm | 391 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 735 kg | 2155 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3790 mm | 4480 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1880 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1720 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2730 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 19 L | 93 L |