1965 Citroen DS vs. 2012 BMW X5
To start off, 2012 BMW X5 is newer by 47 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Citroen DS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Citroen DS would be higher. At 4,400 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 BMW X5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 BMW X5 (400 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 292 more horse power than 1965 Citroen DS. (108 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 BMW X5 should accelerate faster than 1965 Citroen DS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 BMW X5 weights approximately 990 kg more than 1965 Citroen DS. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2012 BMW X5 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1965 Citroen DS. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 BMW X5 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 X5 (609 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 431 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Citroen DS. (178 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2012 BMW X5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Citroen DS.
Compare all specifications:
| 1965 Citroen DS | 2012 BMW X5 | |
| Make | Citroen | BMW |
| Model | DS | X5 |
| Year Released | 1965 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2175 cc | 4400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 400 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 178 Nm | 609 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 2440 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5000 mm | 4854 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1933 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1775 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3140 mm | 2933 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 43 L | 85 L |
