2004 BMW 325 vs. 1960 Citroen 2CV
To start off, 2004 BMW 325 is newer by 44 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Citroen 2CV. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Citroen 2CV would be higher. At 2,490 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 BMW 325 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 BMW 325 (184 HP @ 7250 RPM) has 160 more horse power than 1960 Citroen 2CV. (24 HP @ 3500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 BMW 325 should accelerate faster than 1960 Citroen 2CV. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 BMW 325 weights approximately 860 kg more than 1960 Citroen 2CV. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2004 BMW 325 (237 Nm) has 187 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Citroen 2CV. (50 Nm). This means 2004 BMW 325 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Citroen 2CV.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 BMW 325 | 1960 Citroen 2CV | |
| Make | BMW | Citroen |
| Model | 325 | 2CV |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1960 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2490 cc | 850 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 184 HP | 24 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7250 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Torque | 237 Nm | 50 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 7.5:1 |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1595 kg | 735 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 3790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1490 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2410 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 19 L |
