1960 Citroen 2CV vs. 2012 BMW 118
To start off, 2012 BMW 118 is newer by 52 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Citroen 2CV. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Citroen 2CV would be higher. At 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 BMW 118 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 BMW 118 (177 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 153 more horse power than 1960 Citroen 2CV. (24 HP @ 3500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 BMW 118 should accelerate faster than 1960 Citroen 2CV. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 BMW 118 weights approximately 660 kg more than 1960 Citroen 2CV. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1960 Citroen 2CV is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 BMW 118. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1960 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, 2012 BMW 118 (350 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 300 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Citroen 2CV. (50 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2012 BMW 118 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Citroen 2CV.
Compare all specifications:
| 1960 Citroen 2CV | 2012 BMW 118 | |
| Make | Citroen | BMW |
| Model | 2CV | 118 |
| Year Released | 1960 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 850 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 24 HP | 177 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 50 Nm | 350 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 735 kg | 1395 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3790 mm | 4360 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1748 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1423 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2660 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 19 L | 51 L |
