1999 BMW Z9 vs. 1958 Citroen 2CV
To start off, 1999 BMW Z9 is newer by 41 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Citroen 2CV. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Citroen 2CV would be higher. At 3,901 cc (8 cylinders), 1999 BMW Z9 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 BMW Z9 (242 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 218 more horse power than 1958 Citroen 2CV. (24 HP @ 3500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 BMW Z9 should accelerate faster than 1958 Citroen 2CV.
Because 1958 Citroen 2CV is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1999 BMW Z9. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1958 Citroen 2CV 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 Z9 (560 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 510 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Citroen 2CV. (50 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1999 BMW Z9 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Citroen 2CV.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 BMW Z9 | 1958 Citroen 2CV | |
| Make | BMW | Citroen |
| Model | Z9 | 2CV |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1958 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3901 cc | 850 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 242 HP | 24 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Torque | 560 Nm | 50 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 5010 mm | 3790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1490 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3110 mm | 2410 mm |
