2007 Buick Rainier vs. 1950 Citroen 2CV
To start off, 2007 Buick Rainier is newer by 57 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1950 Citroen 2CV. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1950 Citroen 2CV would be higher. At 4,163 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Buick Rainier is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Buick Rainier (291 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 281 more horse power than 1950 Citroen 2CV. (10 HP @ 3500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Buick Rainier should accelerate faster than 1950 Citroen 2CV.
Because 2007 Buick Rainier 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 Buick Rainier. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1950 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 Buick Rainier (376 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 354 more torque (in Nm) than 1950 Citroen 2CV. (22 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2007 Buick Rainier will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1950 Citroen 2CV. 2007 Buick Rainier has automatic transmission and 1950 Citroen 2CV has manual transmission. 1950 Citroen 2CV will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Buick Rainier will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Buick Rainier | 1950 Citroen 2CV | |
| Make | Buick | Citroen |
| Model | Rainier | 2CV |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1950 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4163 cc | 375 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 291 HP | 10 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Torque | 376 Nm | 22 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93.1 mm | 66 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 101.9 mm | 62 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 3780 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1490 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1900 mm | 1610 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2380 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 83 L | 19 L |
