2006 BMW X5 vs. 1948 Citroen 2CV
To start off, 2006 BMW X5 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 2,979 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 BMW X5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 BMW X5 (228 HP @ 3500 RPM) has 219 more horse power than 1948 Citroen 2CV. (9 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 BMW X5 should accelerate faster than 1948 Citroen 2CV. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 BMW X5 weights approximately 948 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 X5 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 X5 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 X5 (300 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 277 more torque (in Nm) than 1948 Citroen 2CV. (23 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2006 BMW X5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1948 Citroen 2CV.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 BMW X5 | 1948 Citroen 2CV | |
| Make | BMW | Citroen |
| Model | X5 | 2CV |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1948 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2979 cc | 375 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 228 HP | 9 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3500 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 23 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 62 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 89.6 mm | 62 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 6.2:1 |
| Top Speed | 202 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 | 1630 kg | 682 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 3780 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1480 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1720 mm | 1610 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2380 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 93 L | 20 L |
