1999 BMW 325 vs. 1950 Citroen 2CV
To start off, 1999 BMW 325 is newer by 49 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 2,495 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 BMW 325 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 BMW 325 (189 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 179 more horse power than 1950 Citroen 2CV. (10 HP @ 3500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 BMW 325 should accelerate faster than 1950 Citroen 2CV. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 BMW 325 weights approximately 1077 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 1999 BMW 325 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1950 Citroen 2CV. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 BMW 325 will offer significantly more control. 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, 1999 BMW 325 (280 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 258 more torque (in Nm) than 1950 Citroen 2CV. (22 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1999 BMW 325 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1950 Citroen 2CV.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 BMW 325 | 1950 Citroen 2CV | |
| Make | BMW | Citroen |
| Model | 325 | 2CV |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1950 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2495 cc | 375 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 189 HP | 10 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Torque | 280 Nm | 22 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1575 kg | 498 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 3780 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1490 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1610 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2380 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 19 L |
