1962 BMW 1500 vs. 1966 Citroen DS
To start off, 1966 Citroen DS is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 BMW 1500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 BMW 1500 would be higher. At 2,175 cc (4 cylinders), 1966 Citroen DS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1966 Citroen DS (108 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 1962 BMW 1500. (80 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1966 Citroen DS should accelerate faster than 1962 BMW 1500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1966 Citroen DS weights approximately 407 kg more than 1962 BMW 1500. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1962 BMW 1500 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 1962 BMW 1500. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1966 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, 1966 Citroen DS (177 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 59 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 BMW 1500. (118 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1966 Citroen DS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 BMW 1500.
Compare all specifications:
| 1962 BMW 1500 | 1966 Citroen DS | |
| Make | BMW | Citroen |
| Model | 1500 | DS |
| Year Released | 1962 | 1966 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1499 cc | 2175 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 80 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 118 Nm | 177 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71 mm | 85.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 8.8:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1043 kg | 1450 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 5000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1540 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 3140 mm |
