1958 Citroen 2CV vs. 2013 BMW X6 M
To start off, 2013 BMW X6 M is newer by 55 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Citroen 2CV. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Citroen 2CV would be higher. At 4,395 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 BMW X6 M is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 BMW X6 M (547 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 523 more horse power than 1958 Citroen 2CV. (24 HP @ 3500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 BMW X6 M should accelerate faster than 1958 Citroen 2CV. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 BMW X6 M weights approximately 1680 kg more than 1958 Citroen 2CV. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2013 BMW X6 M (678 Nm @ 5650 RPM) has 628 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Citroen 2CV. (50 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2013 BMW X6 M will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Citroen 2CV. 2013 BMW X6 M has automatic transmission and 1958 Citroen 2CV has manual transmission. 1958 Citroen 2CV will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2013 BMW X6 M will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1958 Citroen 2CV | 2013 BMW X6 M | |
| Make | Citroen | BMW |
| Model | 2CV | X6 M |
| Year Released | 1958 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 850 cc | 4395 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 24 HP | 547 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 50 Nm | 678 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 5650 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 735 kg | 2415 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3790 mm | 4876 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 2195 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1684 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2933 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 19 L | 85 L |
