1959 Citroen DS vs. 2000 BMW 330
To start off, 2000 BMW 330 is newer by 41 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 2,996 cc (6 cylinders), 2000 BMW 330 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 BMW 330 (215 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 141 more horse power than 1959 Citroen DS. (74 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 BMW 330 should accelerate faster than 1959 Citroen DS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 BMW 330 weights approximately 365 kg more than 1959 Citroen DS. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2000 BMW 330 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 2000 BMW 330. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1959 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, 2000 BMW 330 (300 Nm) has 163 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Citroen DS. (137 Nm). This means 2000 BMW 330 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Citroen DS.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Citroen DS | 2000 BMW 330 | |
| Make | Citroen | BMW |
| Model | DS | 330 |
| Year Released | 1959 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1911 cc | 2996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 215 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Torque | 137 Nm | 300 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 78.1 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 100 mm | 89.6 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 7.5:1 | 10.2:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1320 kg | 1685 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5000 mm | 4490 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3140 mm | 2840 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 63 L |
