2001 Citroen C2 vs. 2012 BMW 128
To start off, 2012 BMW 128 is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Citroen C2. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Citroen C2 would be higher. At 2,979 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 BMW 128 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 BMW 128 (230 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 163 more horse power than 2001 Citroen C2. (67 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 BMW 128 should accelerate faster than 2001 Citroen C2. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 BMW 128 weights approximately 595 kg more than 2001 Citroen C2. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2012 BMW 128 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 2012 BMW 128. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 Citroen C2, 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, 2012 BMW 128 (271 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 121 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Citroen C2. (150 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2012 BMW 128 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Citroen C2.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Citroen C2 | 2012 BMW 128 | |
| Make | Citroen | BMW |
| Model | C2 | 128 |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1398 cc | 2979 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 67 HP | 230 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 150 Nm | 271 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 990 kg | 1585 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3670 mm | 4374 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1748 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1412 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2320 mm | 2659 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 41 L | 53 L |
