1977 BMW 728 vs. 1949 Citroen 2CV
To start off, 1977 BMW 728 is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1949 Citroen 2CV. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1949 Citroen 2CV would be higher. At 2,788 cc (6 cylinders), 1977 BMW 728 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1977 BMW 728 (170 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 160 more horse power than 1949 Citroen 2CV. (10 HP @ 3500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1977 BMW 728 should accelerate faster than 1949 Citroen 2CV. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1977 BMW 728 weights approximately 1041 kg more than 1949 Citroen 2CV. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1977 BMW 728 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1977 BMW 728. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1949 Citroen 2CV, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1977 BMW 728 (235 Nm @ 3700 RPM) has 213 more torque (in Nm) than 1949 Citroen 2CV. (22 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1977 BMW 728 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1949 Citroen 2CV.
Compare all specifications:
| 1977 BMW 728 | 1949 Citroen 2CV | |
| Make | BMW | Citroen |
| Model | 728 | 2CV |
| Year Released | 1977 | 1949 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2788 cc | 375 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 170 HP | 10 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Torque | 235 Nm | 22 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1536 kg | 495 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 3790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1490 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1610 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2410 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 85 L | 19 L |
