1957 Citroen DS vs. 2011 BMW 120
To start off, 2011 BMW 120 is newer by 54 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Citroen DS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Citroen DS would be higher. At 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 BMW 120 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 BMW 120 (155 HP @ 6700 RPM) has 81 more horse power than 1957 Citroen DS. (74 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 BMW 120 should accelerate faster than 1957 Citroen DS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 BMW 120 weights approximately 65 kg more than 1957 Citroen DS. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2011 BMW 120 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 2011 BMW 120. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1957 Citroen DS, 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, 2011 BMW 120 (200 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 63 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Citroen DS. (137 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2011 BMW 120 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Citroen DS.
Compare all specifications:
| 1957 Citroen DS | 2011 BMW 120 | |
| Make | Citroen | BMW |
| Model | DS | 120 |
| Year Released | 1957 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1911 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 155 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6700 RPM |
| Torque | 137 Nm | 200 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 100 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 7.5:1 | 12.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1320 kg | 1385 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5000 mm | 4250 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1430 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1750 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3140 mm | 2670 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 53 L |
