1968 Citroen DS vs. 2012 BMW X1
To start off, 2012 BMW X1 is newer by 44 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Citroen DS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Citroen DS would be higher. At 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 BMW X1 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 BMW X1 (143 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 1968 Citroen DS. (98 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 BMW X1 should accelerate faster than 1968 Citroen DS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 BMW X1 weights approximately 335 kg more than 1968 Citroen DS. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2012 BMW X1 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1968 Citroen DS. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 BMW X1 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 X1 (320 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 169 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Citroen DS. (151 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2012 BMW X1 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Citroen DS.
Compare all specifications:
1968 Citroen DS | 2012 BMW X1 | |
Make | Citroen | BMW |
Model | DS | X1 |
Year Released | 1968 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1983 cc | 1995 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 98 HP | 143 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 151 Nm | 320 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 90 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 85.5 mm | 84 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | AWD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1210 kg | 1545 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4454 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1798 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1545 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3130 mm | 2760 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 61 L |