1994 BMW 854 vs. 1950 Citroen 2CV
To start off, 1994 BMW 854 is newer by 44 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1950 Citroen 2CV. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1950 Citroen 2CV would be higher. At 5,378 cc (12 cylinders), 1994 BMW 854 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 BMW 854 (323 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 313 more horse power than 1950 Citroen 2CV. (10 HP @ 3500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 BMW 854 should accelerate faster than 1950 Citroen 2CV. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 BMW 854 weights approximately 1382 kg more than 1950 Citroen 2CV. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1994 BMW 854 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 1994 BMW 854. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1950 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, 1994 BMW 854 (490 Nm @ 3900 RPM) has 468 more torque (in Nm) than 1950 Citroen 2CV. (22 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1994 BMW 854 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1950 Citroen 2CV. 1994 BMW 854 has automatic transmission and 1950 Citroen 2CV has manual transmission. 1950 Citroen 2CV will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1994 BMW 854 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1994 BMW 854 | 1950 Citroen 2CV | |
Make | BMW | Citroen |
Model | 854 | 2CV |
Year Released | 1994 | 1950 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5378 cc | 375 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | boxer |
Horse Power | 323 HP | 10 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Torque | 490 Nm | 22 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3900 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 66 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 79 mm | 62 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1880 kg | 498 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 3780 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1490 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1610 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2380 mm |