1959 BMW 700 vs. 2011 Citroen Berlingo
To start off, 2011 Citroen Berlingo is newer by 52 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 BMW 700. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 BMW 700 would be higher. At 1,868 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Citroen Berlingo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Citroen Berlingo (68 HP @ 2500 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 1959 BMW 700. (39 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Citroen Berlingo should accelerate faster than 1959 BMW 700. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Citroen Berlingo weights approximately 636 kg more than 1959 BMW 700. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1959 BMW 700 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 1959 BMW 700. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Citroen Berlingo, 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. Let's talk about torque, 2011 Citroen Berlingo (125 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 75 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 BMW 700. (50 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2011 Citroen Berlingo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 BMW 700.
Compare all specifications:
1959 BMW 700 | 2011 Citroen Berlingo | |
Make | BMW | Citroen |
Model | 700 | Berlingo |
Year Released | 1959 | 2011 |
Body Type | Coupe | Panel Van |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 695 cc | 1868 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 39 HP | 68 HP |
Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Torque | 50 Nm | 125 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 82.2 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 73 mm | 88 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 23.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Top Speed | 126 km/hour | 140 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 630 kg | 1266 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3540 mm | 4140 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1970 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2130 mm | 2700 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.1 L/100km | 7.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 31 L | 60 L |