2006 BMW 523 vs. 1960 Citroen 2CV
To start off, 2006 BMW 523 is newer by 46 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 2,497 cc, 2006 BMW 523 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 BMW 523 (175 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 151 more horse power than 1960 Citroen 2CV. (24 HP @ 3500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 BMW 523 should accelerate faster than 1960 Citroen 2CV. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 BMW 523 weights approximately 1100 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.
Because 1960 Citroen 2CV is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 BMW 523. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1960 Citroen 2CV will offer significantly more control. 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, 2006 BMW 523 (230 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 180 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Citroen 2CV. (50 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2006 BMW 523 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Citroen 2CV.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 BMW 523 | 1960 Citroen 2CV | |
| Make | BMW | Citroen |
| Model | 523 | 2CV |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1960 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2497 cc | 850 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 175 HP | 24 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Torque | 230 Nm | 50 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 7.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1835 kg | 735 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 3790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1490 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2410 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 19 L |
