1959 Citroen 2CV vs. 2007 Maybach 57
To start off, 2007 Maybach 57 is newer by 48 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 5,512 cc (12 cylinders), 2007 Maybach 57 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Maybach 57 (543 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 531 more horse power than 1959 Citroen 2CV. (12 HP @ 3500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Maybach 57 should accelerate faster than 1959 Citroen 2CV.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 Maybach 57 (900 Nm @ 2300 RPM) has 875 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Citroen 2CV. (25 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2007 Maybach 57 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Citroen 2CV. 2007 Maybach 57 has automatic transmission and 1959 Citroen 2CV has manual transmission. 1959 Citroen 2CV will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Maybach 57 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Citroen 2CV | 2007 Maybach 57 | |
| Make | Citroen | Maybach |
| Model | 2CV | 57 |
| Year Released | 1959 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 423 cc | 5512 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | V |
| Horse Power | 12 HP | 543 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3500 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 25 Nm | 900 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2300 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 66 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 62 mm | 87 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 3790 mm | 5730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1990 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1610 mm | 1580 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 3400 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 19 L | 110 L |
