1972 BMW Touring vs. 1950 Citroen 2CV
To start off, 1972 BMW Touring is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1950 Citroen 2CV. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1950 Citroen 2CV would be higher. At 1,574 cc (4 cylinders), 1972 BMW Touring is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 BMW Touring (83 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 73 more horse power than 1950 Citroen 2CV. (10 HP @ 3500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 BMW Touring should accelerate faster than 1950 Citroen 2CV. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 BMW Touring weights approximately 532 kg more than 1950 Citroen 2CV. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1972 BMW Touring (130 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 108 more torque (in Nm) than 1950 Citroen 2CV. (22 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1972 BMW Touring will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1950 Citroen 2CV.
Compare all specifications:
1972 BMW Touring | 1950 Citroen 2CV | |
Make | BMW | Citroen |
Model | Touring | 2CV |
Year Released | 1972 | 1950 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1574 cc | 375 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Horse Power | 83 HP | 10 HP |
Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Torque | 130 Nm | 22 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 66 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 71 mm | 62 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1030 kg | 498 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4120 mm | 3780 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1490 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1610 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2380 mm |