1974 BMW Touring vs. 2001 Citroen C2
To start off, 2001 Citroen C2 is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 BMW Touring. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 BMW Touring would be higher. At 1,587 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Citroen C2 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Citroen C2 (108 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 1974 BMW Touring. (85 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Citroen C2 should accelerate faster than 1974 BMW Touring. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Citroen C2 weights approximately 25 kg more than 1974 BMW Touring. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1974 BMW Touring (130 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Citroen C2. (110 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1974 BMW Touring will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Citroen C2.
Compare all specifications:
1974 BMW Touring | 2001 Citroen C2 | |
Make | BMW | Citroen |
Model | Touring | C2 |
Year Released | 1974 | 2001 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1572 cc | 1587 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 85 HP | 108 HP |
Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5750 RPM |
Torque | 130 Nm | 110 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 78.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 71 mm | 82 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.6:1 | 10.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1030 kg | 1055 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4120 mm | 3670 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1670 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2410 mm |