1968 BMW 1600 vs. 1961 Citroen DS
To start off, 1968 BMW 1600 is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Citroen DS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Citroen DS would be higher. At 1,990 cc (4 cylinders), 1968 BMW 1600 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 BMW 1600 (100 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 1961 Citroen DS. (82 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1968 BMW 1600 should accelerate faster than 1961 Citroen DS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1961 Citroen DS weights approximately 330 kg more than 1968 BMW 1600.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 BMW 1600 | 1961 Citroen DS | |
| Make | BMW | Citroen |
| Model | 1600 | DS |
| Year Released | 1968 | 1961 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1990 cc | 1910 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 82 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 990 kg | 1320 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 5000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1540 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 3140 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 46 L | 43 L |
