1972 BMW Touring vs. 1956 Citroen 11
To start off, 1972 BMW Touring is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 Citroen 11. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Citroen 11 would be higher. At 1,909 cc (4 cylinders), 1956 Citroen 11 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 BMW Touring (83 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 1956 Citroen 11. (55 HP @ 3200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 BMW Touring should accelerate faster than 1956 Citroen 11. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1956 Citroen 11 weights approximately 165 kg more than 1972 BMW Touring.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 BMW Touring | 1956 Citroen 11 | |
| Make | BMW | Citroen |
| Model | Touring | 11 |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1956 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1574 cc | 1909 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 83 HP | 55 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1030 kg | 1195 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4120 mm | 4830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1590 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 3280 mm |
