1973 BMW 525 vs. 1959 Citroen 2CV
To start off, 1973 BMW 525 is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Citroen 2CV. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Citroen 2CV would be higher. At 2,494 cc (6 cylinders), 1973 BMW 525 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 BMW 525 (143 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 119 more horse power than 1959 Citroen 2CV. (24 HP @ 3500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1973 BMW 525 should accelerate faster than 1959 Citroen 2CV. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 BMW 525 weights approximately 645 kg more than 1959 Citroen 2CV. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1959 Citroen 2CV is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1973 BMW 525. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1959 Citroen 2CV will offer significantly more control. 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, 1973 BMW 525 (208 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 158 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Citroen 2CV. (50 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1973 BMW 525 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Citroen 2CV.
Compare all specifications:
1973 BMW 525 | 1959 Citroen 2CV | |
Make | BMW | Citroen |
Model | 525 | 2CV |
Year Released | 1973 | 1959 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2494 cc | 850 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 143 HP | 24 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Torque | 208 Nm | 50 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1380 kg | 735 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4630 mm | 3790 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1490 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1710 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2410 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 19 L |