1976 BMW 630 vs. 1949 Citroen 2CV
To start off, 1976 BMW 630 is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1949 Citroen 2CV. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1949 Citroen 2CV would be higher. At 2,986 cc (6 cylinders), 1976 BMW 630 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1976 BMW 630 (173 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 163 more horse power than 1949 Citroen 2CV. (10 HP @ 3500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1976 BMW 630 should accelerate faster than 1949 Citroen 2CV. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 BMW 630 weights approximately 963 kg more than 1949 Citroen 2CV. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1976 BMW 630 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 1976 BMW 630. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1949 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, 1976 BMW 630 (251 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 229 more torque (in Nm) than 1949 Citroen 2CV. (22 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1976 BMW 630 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1949 Citroen 2CV.
Compare all specifications:
1976 BMW 630 | 1949 Citroen 2CV | |
Make | BMW | Citroen |
Model | 630 | 2CV |
Year Released | 1976 | 1949 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2986 cc | 375 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Horse Power | 173 HP | 10 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Torque | 251 Nm | 22 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1458 kg | 495 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 3790 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1490 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1610 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2410 mm |