2007 BMW M vs. 1960 Citroen 2CV
To start off, 2007 BMW M is newer by 47 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Citroen 2CV. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Citroen 2CV would be higher. At 3,246 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 BMW M is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW M (330 HP @ 7900 RPM) has 306 more horse power than 1960 Citroen 2CV. (24 HP @ 3500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW M should accelerate faster than 1960 Citroen 2CV.
Because 1960 Citroen 2CV is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 BMW M. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1960 Citroen 2CV 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, 2007 BMW M (355 Nm @ 4900 RPM) has 305 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Citroen 2CV. (50 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2007 BMW M will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Citroen 2CV.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 BMW M | 1960 Citroen 2CV | |
| Make | BMW | Citroen |
| Model | M | 2CV |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1960 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3246 cc | 850 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 330 HP | 24 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7900 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Torque | 355 Nm | 50 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4900 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.5:1 | 7.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4120 mm | 3790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1490 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2410 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 19 L |
