1959 Citroen DS vs. 2012 BMW X1
To start off, 2012 BMW X1 is newer by 53 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 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 BMW X1 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 BMW X1 (202 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 128 more horse power than 1959 Citroen DS. (74 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 BMW X1 should accelerate faster than 1959 Citroen DS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 BMW X1 weights approximately 350 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 2012 BMW X1 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1959 Citroen DS. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 BMW X1 will offer significantly more control. 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, 2012 BMW X1 (400 Nm) has 263 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Citroen DS. (137 Nm). This means 2012 BMW X1 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Citroen DS.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Citroen DS | 2012 BMW X1 | |
| Make | Citroen | BMW |
| Model | DS | X1 |
| Year Released | 1959 | 2012 |
| 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 | 202 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 137 Nm | 400 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 78.1 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 100 mm | 84 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1320 kg | 1670 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5000 mm | 4454 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1798 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1545 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3140 mm | 2760 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 61 L |
