2005 BMW 330 vs. 1956 Citroen 2CV
To start off, 2005 BMW 330 is newer by 49 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 Citroen 2CV. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Citroen 2CV would be higher. At 2,977 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 BMW 330 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 BMW 330 (215 HP @ 7400 RPM) has 203 more horse power than 1956 Citroen 2CV. (12 HP @ 3500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 BMW 330 should accelerate faster than 1956 Citroen 2CV. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 BMW 330 weights approximately 890 kg more than 1956 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 330 (290 Nm) has 266 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Citroen 2CV. (24 Nm). This means 2005 BMW 330 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Citroen 2CV.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 BMW 330 | 1956 Citroen 2CV | |
| Make | BMW | Citroen |
| Model | 330 | 2CV |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1956 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2977 cc | 425 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 215 HP | 12 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7400 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Torque | 290 Nm | 24 Nm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1490 kg | 600 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 3610 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 |
