1968 BMW 2000 vs. 2001 Citroen C5
To start off, 2001 Citroen C5 is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 BMW 2000. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 BMW 2000 would be higher. At 2,197 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Citroen C5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 BMW 2000 (118 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 60 more horse power than 2001 Citroen C5. (58 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1968 BMW 2000 should accelerate faster than 2001 Citroen C5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Citroen C5 weights approximately 564 kg more than 1968 BMW 2000.
Because 1968 BMW 2000 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 1968 BMW 2000. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 Citroen C5, 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, 1968 BMW 2000 (167 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 57 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Citroen C5. (110 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1968 BMW 2000 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Citroen C5.
Compare all specifications:
1968 BMW 2000 | 2001 Citroen C5 | |
Make | BMW | Citroen |
Model | 2000 | C5 |
Year Released | 1968 | 2001 |
Body Type | Coupe | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1991 cc | 2197 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 118 HP | 58 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 167 Nm | 110 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 85 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 96 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.3:1 | 18.0:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 960 kg | 1524 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 4760 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1520 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2760 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 68 L |