1987 BMW 750 vs. 1951 Citroen 2CV
To start off, 1987 BMW 750 is newer by 36 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1951 Citroen 2CV. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1951 Citroen 2CV would be higher. At 4,986 cc (12 cylinders), 1987 BMW 750 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 BMW 750 (296 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 286 more horse power than 1951 Citroen 2CV. (10 HP @ 3500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1987 BMW 750 should accelerate faster than 1951 Citroen 2CV. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 BMW 750 weights approximately 1365 kg more than 1951 Citroen 2CV. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1987 BMW 750 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 1987 BMW 750. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1951 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, 1987 BMW 750 (451 Nm @ 3900 RPM) has 429 more torque (in Nm) than 1951 Citroen 2CV. (22 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1987 BMW 750 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1951 Citroen 2CV. 1987 BMW 750 has automatic transmission and 1951 Citroen 2CV has manual transmission. 1951 Citroen 2CV will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1987 BMW 750 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 BMW 750 | 1951 Citroen 2CV | |
| Make | BMW | Citroen |
| Model | 750 | 2CV |
| Year Released | 1987 | 1951 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4986 cc | 374 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Horse Power | 296 HP | 10 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Torque | 451 Nm | 22 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3900 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 66 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 62 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1860 kg | 495 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5030 mm | 3790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1490 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1610 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2410 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 120 L | 19 L |
