2008 BMW 130 vs. 1956 Citroen 2CV
To start off, 2008 BMW 130 is newer by 52 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), 2008 BMW 130 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 BMW 130 (261 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 251 more horse power than 1956 Citroen 2CV. (10 HP @ 3500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 BMW 130 should accelerate faster than 1956 Citroen 2CV. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 BMW 130 weights approximately 955 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 2008 BMW 130 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 2008 BMW 130. 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, 2008 BMW 130 (315 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 293 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Citroen 2CV. (22 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2008 BMW 130 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Citroen 2CV.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 BMW 130 | 1956 Citroen 2CV | |
| Make | BMW | Citroen |
| Model | 130 | 2CV |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1956 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2996 cc | 374 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 261 HP | 10 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Torque | 315 Nm | 22 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 66 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 62 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | 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 | 1450 kg | 495 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 3790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1490 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1610 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2410 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 53 L | 19 L |
