1959 Citroen DS vs. 1987 Citroen BX
To start off, 1987 Citroen BX is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Citroen DS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Citroen DS would be higher. At 1,911 cc (4 cylinders), 1959 Citroen DS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1959 Citroen DS (74 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 1987 Citroen BX. (62 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1959 Citroen DS should accelerate faster than 1987 Citroen BX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Citroen DS weights approximately 430 kg more than 1987 Citroen BX. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1959 Citroen DS (137 Nm) has 27 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Citroen BX. (110 Nm). This means 1959 Citroen DS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Citroen BX.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Citroen DS | 1987 Citroen BX | |
| Make | Citroen | Citroen |
| Model | DS | BX |
| Year Released | 1959 | 1987 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1911 cc | 1360 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 62 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 137 Nm | 110 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 7.5:1 | 9.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1320 kg | 890 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5000 mm | 4240 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3140 mm | 2860 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 80 L |
