2006 BMW 750 vs. 1951 Citroen 2CV

To start off, 2006 BMW 750 is newer by 55 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1951 Citroen 2CV. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1951 Citroen 2CV would be higher. At 4,799 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 BMW 750 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 BMW 750 (362 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 352 more horse power than 1951 Citroen 2CV. (10 HP @ 3500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 BMW 750 should accelerate faster than 1951 Citroen 2CV. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 BMW 750 weights approximately 1455 kg more than 1951 Citroen 2CV. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 2006 BMW 750 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 2006 BMW 750. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1951 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, 2006 BMW 750 (490 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 468 more torque (in Nm) than 1951 Citroen 2CV. (22 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2006 BMW 750 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1951 Citroen 2CV. 2006 BMW 750 has automatic transmission and 1951 Citroen 2CV has manual transmission. 1951 Citroen 2CV will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2006 BMW 750 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

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2006 BMW 750 1951 Citroen 2CV
Make BMW Citroen
Model 750 2CV
Year Released 2006 1951
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 4799 cc 374 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 2 cylinders
Engine Type V boxer
Horse Power 362 HP 10 HP
Engine RPM 6300 RPM 3500 RPM
Torque 490 Nm 22 Nm
Torque RPM 3400 RPM 2000 RPM
Engine Bore Size 93 mm 66 mm
Engine Stroke Size 88.3 mm 62 mm
Fuel Type Gasoline - Premium Gasoline
Drive Type Rear Front
Transmission Type Automatic Manual
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 2 doors
Vehicle Weight 1950 kg 495 kg
Vehicle Length 5190 mm 3790 mm
Vehicle Width 1910 mm 1490 mm
Vehicle Height 1490 mm 1610 mm
Wheelbase Size 3130 mm 2410 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 90 L 19 L