2008 BMW 525 vs. 1955 Citroen 2CV
To start off, 2008 BMW 525 is newer by 53 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1955 Citroen 2CV. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1955 Citroen 2CV would be higher. At 2,495 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 BMW 525 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 BMW 525 (175 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 163 more horse power than 1955 Citroen 2CV. (12 HP @ 3500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 BMW 525 should accelerate faster than 1955 Citroen 2CV. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 BMW 525 weights approximately 1165 kg more than 1955 Citroen 2CV. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 BMW 525 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 525. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1955 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 525 (400 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 375 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Citroen 2CV. (25 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2008 BMW 525 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Citroen 2CV.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 BMW 525 | 1955 Citroen 2CV | |
| Make | BMW | Citroen |
| Model | 525 | 2CV |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1955 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2495 cc | 424 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 175 HP | 12 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 25 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 66 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75.1 mm | 62 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 230 km/hour | 60 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1660 kg | 495 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 3790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1490 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1610 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2410 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 19 L |
