1959 Citroen 2CV vs. 2013 BMW M3
To start off, 2013 BMW M3 is newer by 54 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 3,999 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 BMW M3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 BMW M3 (408 HP @ 8300 RPM) has 384 more horse power than 1959 Citroen 2CV. (24 HP @ 3500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 BMW M3 should accelerate faster than 1959 Citroen 2CV. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 BMW M3 weights approximately 1145 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 1959 Citroen 2CV is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2013 BMW M3. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1959 Citroen 2CV 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, 2013 BMW M3 (400 Nm @ 3900 RPM) has 350 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Citroen 2CV. (50 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2013 BMW M3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Citroen 2CV.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Citroen 2CV | 2013 BMW M3 | |
| Make | Citroen | BMW |
| Model | 2CV | M3 |
| Year Released | 1959 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 850 cc | 3999 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 24 HP | 408 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3500 RPM | 8300 RPM |
| Torque | 50 Nm | 400 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 735 kg | 1880 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3790 mm | 4618 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1976 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1392 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2761 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 19 L | 63 L |
