1960 Citroen DS vs. 2013 BMW 7 Series
To start off, 2013 BMW 7 Series is newer by 53 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 2,979 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 BMW 7 Series is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 BMW 7 Series (311 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 237 more horse power than 1960 Citroen DS. (74 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 BMW 7 Series should accelerate faster than 1960 Citroen DS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 BMW 7 Series weights approximately 733 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 2013 BMW 7 Series 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 2013 BMW 7 Series. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1960 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, 2013 BMW 7 Series (407 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 270 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Citroen DS. (137 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2013 BMW 7 Series will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Citroen DS.
Compare all specifications:
| 1960 Citroen DS | 2013 BMW 7 Series | |
| Make | Citroen | BMW |
| Model | DS | 7 Series |
| Year Released | 1960 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1911 cc | 2979 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 311 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 137 Nm | 407 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 7.5:1 | 10.2 :1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1320 kg | 2053 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5000 mm | 5214 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 2134 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1481 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3140 mm | 3210 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 43 L | 80 L |
