1971 BMW Touring vs. 1944 Citroen 7
To start off, 1971 BMW Touring is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1944 Citroen 7. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1944 Citroen 7 would be higher. At 1,628 cc (4 cylinders), 1944 Citroen 7 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1971 BMW Touring (85 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 50 more horse power than 1944 Citroen 7. (35 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1971 BMW Touring should accelerate faster than 1944 Citroen 7. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 BMW Touring weights approximately 4 kg more than 1944 Citroen 7. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 BMW Touring | 1944 Citroen 7 | |
| Make | BMW | Citroen |
| Model | Touring | 7 |
| Year Released | 1971 | 1944 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1573 cc | 1628 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 35 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1030 kg | 1026 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4120 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2920 mm |
