2005 BMW 325 vs. 1959 Citroen 2CV
To start off, 2005 BMW 325 is newer by 46 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Citroen 2CV. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Citroen 2CV would be higher. At 2,492 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 BMW 325 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 BMW 325 (184 HP @ 7400 RPM) has 172 more horse power than 1959 Citroen 2CV. (12 HP @ 3500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 BMW 325 should accelerate faster than 1959 Citroen 2CV. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 BMW 325 weights approximately 965 kg more than 1959 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, 2005 BMW 325 (237 Nm) has 212 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Citroen 2CV. (25 Nm). This means 2005 BMW 325 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Citroen 2CV.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 BMW 325 | 1959 Citroen 2CV | |
| Make | BMW | Citroen |
| Model | 325 | 2CV |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1959 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2492 cc | 423 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 184 HP | 12 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7400 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Torque | 237 Nm | 25 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 66 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 62 mm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1460 kg | 495 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 3790 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 |
