1966 Citroen DS vs. 2010 BMW 760
To start off, 2010 BMW 760 is newer by 44 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Citroen DS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Citroen DS would be higher. At 6,000 cc (12 cylinders), 2010 BMW 760 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 BMW 760 (535 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 427 more horse power than 1966 Citroen DS. (108 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 BMW 760 should accelerate faster than 1966 Citroen DS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 BMW 760 weights approximately 830 kg more than 1966 Citroen DS. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2010 BMW 760 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 2010 BMW 760. 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, 2010 BMW 760 (745 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 568 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Citroen DS. (177 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2010 BMW 760 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Citroen DS.
Compare all specifications:
| 1966 Citroen DS | 2010 BMW 760 | |
| Make | Citroen | BMW |
| Model | DS | 760 |
| Year Released | 1966 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2175 cc | 6000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 535 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 177 Nm | 745 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 2280 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5000 mm | 5215 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1902 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1481 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3140 mm | 3211 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 25 L | 82 L |
