2006 BMW X3 vs. 1948 Citroen 2CV
To start off, 2006 BMW X3 is newer by 58 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 2,494 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 BMW X3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 BMW X3 (189 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 180 more horse power than 1948 Citroen 2CV. (9 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 BMW X3 should accelerate faster than 1948 Citroen 2CV. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 BMW X3 weights approximately 678 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 2006 BMW X3 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1948 Citroen 2CV. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 BMW X3 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 X3 (246 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 223 more torque (in Nm) than 1948 Citroen 2CV. (23 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2006 BMW X3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1948 Citroen 2CV.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 BMW X3 | 1948 Citroen 2CV | |
| Make | BMW | Citroen |
| Model | X3 | 2CV |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1948 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2494 cc | 375 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 189 HP | 9 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 246 Nm | 23 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Top Speed | 208 km/hour | 63 km/hour |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1360 kg | 682 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 3780 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1480 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1680 mm | 1610 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2380 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 67 L | 20 L |
