2007 BMW X5 vs. 1948 Citroen 2CV
To start off, 2007 BMW X5 is newer by 59 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 2,993 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 BMW X5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW X5 (201 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 192 more horse power than 1948 Citroen 2CV. (9 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW X5 should accelerate faster than 1948 Citroen 2CV.
Because 2007 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, 2007 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, 2007 BMW X5 (480 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 457 more torque (in Nm) than 1948 Citroen 2CV. (23 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2007 BMW X5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1948 Citroen 2CV.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 BMW X5 | 1948 Citroen 2CV | |
| Make | BMW | Citroen |
| Model | X5 | 2CV |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1948 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2993 cc | 375 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 201 HP | 9 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 480 Nm | 23 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Top Speed | 210 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 Width | 1880 mm | 1480 mm |
