2007 BMW 328 vs. 1956 Citroen 2CV
To start off, 2007 BMW 328 is newer by 51 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 2,996 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 BMW 328 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW 328 (231 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 219 more horse power than 1956 Citroen 2CV. (12 HP @ 3500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW 328 should accelerate faster than 1956 Citroen 2CV.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 BMW 328 (271 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 247 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Citroen 2CV. (24 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2007 BMW 328 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Citroen 2CV.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 BMW 328 | 1956 Citroen 2CV | |
| Make | BMW | Citroen |
| Model | 328 | 2CV |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1956 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2996 cc | 425 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 231 HP | 12 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Torque | 271 Nm | 24 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 3610 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1490 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2410 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 19 L |
