1960 Citroen DS vs. 2012 BMW X6
To start off, 2012 BMW X6 is newer by 52 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Citroen DS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Citroen DS would be higher. At 2,993 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 BMW X6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 BMW X6 (244 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 170 more horse power than 1960 Citroen DS. (74 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 BMW X6 should accelerate faster than 1960 Citroen DS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 BMW X6 weights approximately 1025 kg more than 1960 Citroen DS. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2012 BMW X6 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1960 Citroen DS. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 BMW X6 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 X6 (600 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 463 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Citroen DS. (137 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2012 BMW X6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Citroen DS. 2012 BMW X6 has automatic transmission and 1960 Citroen DS has manual transmission. 1960 Citroen DS will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 BMW X6 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1960 Citroen DS | 2012 BMW X6 | |
| Make | Citroen | BMW |
| Model | DS | X6 |
| Year Released | 1960 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1910 cc | 2993 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 244 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 137 Nm | 600 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 100 mm | 84 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1125 kg | 2150 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4877 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1983 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1690 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3130 mm | 2933 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.9 L/100km | 7.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 85 L |
