2004 BMW 545 vs. 1948 Citroen 2CV
To start off, 2004 BMW 545 is newer by 56 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1948 Citroen 2CV. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1948 Citroen 2CV would be higher. At 4,398 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 BMW 545 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 BMW 545 (315 HP @ 7750 RPM) has 306 more horse power than 1948 Citroen 2CV. (9 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 BMW 545 should accelerate faster than 1948 Citroen 2CV. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 BMW 545 weights approximately 1098 kg more than 1948 Citroen 2CV. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2004 BMW 545 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 2004 BMW 545. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1948 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, 2004 BMW 545 (447 Nm) has 424 more torque (in Nm) than 1948 Citroen 2CV. (23 Nm). This means 2004 BMW 545 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1948 Citroen 2CV.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 BMW 545 | 1948 Citroen 2CV | |
| Make | BMW | Citroen |
| Model | 545 | 2CV |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1948 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4398 cc | 375 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 315 HP | 9 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7750 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 447 Nm | 23 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 6.2:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1780 kg | 682 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 3780 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1480 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1610 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2380 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 20 L |
