1958 BMW 600 vs. 1967 Citroen DS
To start off, 1967 Citroen DS is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 BMW 600. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 BMW 600 would be higher. At 2,175 cc (4 cylinders), 1967 Citroen DS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1967 Citroen DS (108 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 88 more horse power than 1958 BMW 600. (20 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1967 Citroen DS should accelerate faster than 1958 BMW 600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1967 Citroen DS weights approximately 902 kg more than 1958 BMW 600. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1958 BMW 600 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 1958 BMW 600. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1967 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, 1967 Citroen DS (177 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 139 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 BMW 600. (38 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1967 Citroen DS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 BMW 600.
Compare all specifications:
1958 BMW 600 | 1967 Citroen DS | |
Make | BMW | Citroen |
Model | 600 | DS |
Year Released | 1958 | 1967 |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 583 cc | 2175 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 20 HP | 108 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 38 Nm | 177 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 550 kg | 1452 kg |
Vehicle Length | 2910 mm | 5000 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1410 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1540 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 1710 mm | 3140 mm |