2007 BMW 523 vs. 1956 Citroen 2CV
To start off, 2007 BMW 523 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 2,497 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 BMW 523 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW 523 (175 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 163 more horse power than 1956 Citroen 2CV. (12 HP @ 3500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW 523 should accelerate faster than 1956 Citroen 2CV. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 BMW 523 weights approximately 995 kg more than 1956 Citroen 2CV. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 BMW 523 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 2007 BMW 523. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1956 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, 2007 BMW 523 (230 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 204 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Citroen 2CV. (26 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2007 BMW 523 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Citroen 2CV.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 BMW 523 | 1956 Citroen 2CV | |
| Make | BMW | Citroen |
| Model | 523 | 2CV |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1956 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2497 cc | 425 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 175 HP | 12 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Torque | 230 Nm | 26 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.1 mm | 66 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78.8 mm | 62 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1490 kg | 495 kg |
| Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 1490 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1610 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2410 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 19 L |
