1968 BMW 2002 vs. 1959 Citroen DS
To start off, 1968 BMW 2002 is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Citroen DS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Citroen DS would be higher. At 1,991 cc (4 cylinders), 1968 BMW 2002 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 BMW 2002 (130 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 56 more horse power than 1959 Citroen DS. (74 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1968 BMW 2002 should accelerate faster than 1959 Citroen DS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Citroen DS weights approximately 294 kg more than 1968 BMW 2002.
Because 1968 BMW 2002 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 1968 BMW 2002. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1959 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, 1968 BMW 2002 (178 Nm) has 41 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Citroen DS. (137 Nm). This means 1968 BMW 2002 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Citroen DS.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 BMW 2002 | 1959 Citroen DS | |
| Make | BMW | Citroen |
| Model | 2002 | DS |
| Year Released | 1968 | 1959 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1991 cc | 1911 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 130 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 178 Nm | 137 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 78.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 100 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 7.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1026 kg | 1320 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 5000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1540 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 3140 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 46 L | 63 L |
