1968 BMW 2000 vs. 2007 Citroen Picasso
To start off, 2007 Citroen Picasso is newer by 39 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 1,991 cc (4 cylinders), 1968 BMW 2000 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 BMW 2000 (118 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 2007 Citroen Picasso. (115 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1968 BMW 2000 should accelerate faster than 2007 Citroen Picasso. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Citroen Picasso weights approximately 360 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, 2007 Citroen Picasso, 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 7 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Citroen Picasso. (160 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1968 BMW 2000 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Citroen Picasso.
Compare all specifications:
1968 BMW 2000 | 2007 Citroen Picasso | |
Make | BMW | Citroen |
Model | 2000 | Picasso |
Year Released | 1968 | 2007 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1991 cc | 1749 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 118 HP | 115 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 167 Nm | 160 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 82.7 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 81.4 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.3:1 | 10.8:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 960 kg | 1320 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 4280 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1640 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2770 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 55 L |