1968 Citroen DS vs. 2013 BMW 6 series
To start off, 2013 BMW 6 series is newer by 45 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 2,979 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 BMW 6 series is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 BMW 6 series (311 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 213 more horse power than 1968 Citroen DS. (98 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 BMW 6 series should accelerate faster than 1968 Citroen DS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 BMW 6 series weights approximately 605 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 2013 BMW 6 series 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 2013 BMW 6 series. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1968 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, 2013 BMW 6 series (447 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 296 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Citroen DS. (151 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2013 BMW 6 series will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Citroen DS.
Compare all specifications:
1968 Citroen DS | 2013 BMW 6 series | |
Make | Citroen | BMW |
Model | DS | 6 series |
Year Released | 1968 | 2013 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1983 cc | 2979 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 98 HP | 311 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 151 Nm | 447 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 84 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 85.5 mm | 89 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 10.2 :1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1210 kg | 1815 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4897 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1895 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1369 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3130 mm | 2856 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 70 L |