2008 BMW M3 vs. 1948 Citroen 2CV
To start off, 2008 BMW M3 is newer by 60 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 3,246 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 BMW M3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 BMW M3 (339 HP @ 4900 RPM) has 330 more horse power than 1948 Citroen 2CV. (9 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 BMW M3 should accelerate faster than 1948 Citroen 2CV. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 BMW M3 weights approximately 888 kg more than 1948 Citroen 2CV. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 BMW M3 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 M3. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1948 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 M3 (365 Nm @ 4900 RPM) has 342 more torque (in Nm) than 1948 Citroen 2CV. (23 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2008 BMW M3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1948 Citroen 2CV.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 BMW M3 | 1948 Citroen 2CV | |
| Make | BMW | Citroen |
| Model | M3 | 2CV |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1948 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3246 cc | 375 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 339 HP | 9 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4900 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 365 Nm | 23 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4900 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.5:1 | 6.2:1 |
| Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 63 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1570 kg | 682 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 3780 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1480 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1610 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2380 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 20 L |
