1973 BMW Touring vs. 1958 Citroen 2CV
To start off, 1973 BMW Touring is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Citroen 2CV. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Citroen 2CV would be higher. At 1,573 cc (4 cylinders), 1973 BMW Touring is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 BMW Touring (85 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 61 more horse power than 1958 Citroen 2CV. (24 HP @ 3500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1973 BMW Touring should accelerate faster than 1958 Citroen 2CV. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 BMW Touring weights approximately 295 kg more than 1958 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, 1973 BMW Touring (130 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 80 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Citroen 2CV. (50 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1973 BMW Touring will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Citroen 2CV.
Compare all specifications:
1973 BMW Touring | 1958 Citroen 2CV | |
Make | BMW | Citroen |
Model | Touring | 2CV |
Year Released | 1973 | 1958 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1573 cc | 850 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 85 HP | 24 HP |
Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Torque | 130 Nm | 50 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1030 kg | 735 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4120 mm | 3790 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1490 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1710 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2410 mm |