1959 Citroen 2CV vs. 2003 Nissan 350Z
To start off, 2003 Nissan 350Z is newer by 44 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Citroen 2CV. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Citroen 2CV would be higher. At 3,498 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 Nissan 350Z is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Nissan 350Z (283 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 271 more horse power than 1959 Citroen 2CV. (12 HP @ 3500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Nissan 350Z should accelerate faster than 1959 Citroen 2CV. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Nissan 350Z weights approximately 969 kg more than 1959 Citroen 2CV. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2003 Nissan 350Z 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 2003 Nissan 350Z. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1959 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. Let's talk about torque, 2003 Nissan 350Z (371 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 346 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Citroen 2CV. (25 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2003 Nissan 350Z will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Citroen 2CV.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Citroen 2CV | 2003 Nissan 350Z | |
| Make | Citroen | Nissan |
| Model | 2CV | 350Z |
| Year Released | 1959 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 423 cc | 3498 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Horse Power | 12 HP | 283 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3500 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 25 Nm | 371 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 66 mm | 95.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 62 mm | 81.4 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 495 kg | 1464 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3790 mm | 4310 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1610 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2660 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 19 L | 73 L |
