1972 BMW Touring vs. 1957 Citroen DS
To start off, 1972 BMW Touring is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Citroen DS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Citroen DS would be higher. At 1,911 cc (4 cylinders), 1957 Citroen DS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 BMW Touring (83 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 1957 Citroen DS. (74 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 BMW Touring should accelerate faster than 1957 Citroen DS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1957 Citroen DS weights approximately 95 kg more than 1972 BMW Touring.
Compare all specifications:
1972 BMW Touring | 1957 Citroen DS | |
Make | BMW | Citroen |
Model | Touring | DS |
Year Released | 1972 | 1957 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1574 cc | 1911 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 83 HP | 74 HP |
Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 78 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 71 mm | 100 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1030 kg | 1125 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4120 mm | 4810 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1530 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 3130 mm |