1983 BMW M6 vs. 1948 Citroen 2CV
To start off, 1983 BMW M6 is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1948 Citroen 2CV. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1948 Citroen 2CV would be higher. At 3,453 cc (6 cylinders), 1983 BMW M6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 BMW M6 (282 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 273 more horse power than 1948 Citroen 2CV. (9 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1983 BMW M6 should accelerate faster than 1948 Citroen 2CV. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 BMW M6 weights approximately 823 kg more than 1948 Citroen 2CV. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1983 BMW M6 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 1983 BMW M6. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1948 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, 1983 BMW M6 (334 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 311 more torque (in Nm) than 1948 Citroen 2CV. (23 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 1983 BMW M6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1948 Citroen 2CV.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 BMW M6 | 1948 Citroen 2CV | |
| Make | BMW | Citroen |
| Model | M6 | 2CV |
| Year Released | 1983 | 1948 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3453 cc | 375 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 282 HP | 9 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 334 Nm | 23 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93.4 mm | 62 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 62 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 6.2:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1505 kg | 682 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 3780 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1480 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1610 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2380 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 20 L |
