1970 BMW 2002 vs. 1970 Citroen DS
To start off, both 1970 BMW 2002 and 1970 Citroen DS were released in the same year (1970). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,989 cc (4 cylinders), 1970 BMW 2002 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 Citroen DS (102 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 1970 BMW 2002. (100 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1970 Citroen DS should accelerate faster than 1970 BMW 2002. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Citroen DS weights approximately 220 kg more than 1970 BMW 2002. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1970 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 1970 BMW 2002. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1970 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, 1970 BMW 2002 (157 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 6 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Citroen DS. (151 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1970 BMW 2002 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Citroen DS.
Compare all specifications:
1970 BMW 2002 | 1970 Citroen DS | |
Make | BMW | Citroen |
Model | 2002 | DS |
Year Released | 1970 | 1970 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1989 cc | 1985 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 100 HP | 102 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 157 Nm | 151 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 9.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 990 kg | 1210 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 4810 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1480 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 3130 mm |