1962 BMW 1800 vs. 1962 Citroen DS
To start off, both 1962 BMW 1800 and 1962 Citroen DS were released in the same year (1962). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,911 cc (4 cylinders), 1962 Citroen DS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1962 BMW 1800 (90 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 1962 Citroen DS. (82 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1962 BMW 1800 should accelerate faster than 1962 Citroen DS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1962 Citroen DS weights approximately 112 kg more than 1962 BMW 1800.
Because 1962 BMW 1800 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 1800. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1962 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1962 BMW 1800 | 1962 Citroen DS | |
| Make | BMW | Citroen |
| Model | 1800 | DS |
| Year Released | 1962 | 1962 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1771 cc | 1911 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 90 HP | 82 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.6:1 | 8.8:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1043 kg | 1155 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 3130 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 63 L |
