1972 Citroen DS vs. 2012 Brilliance BS6
To start off, 2012 Brilliance BS6 is newer by 40 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Citroen DS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Citroen DS would be higher. At 2,351 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Brilliance BS6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Brilliance BS6 (152 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 54 more horse power than 1972 Citroen DS. (98 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Brilliance BS6 should accelerate faster than 1972 Citroen DS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Brilliance BS6 weights approximately 235 kg more than 1972 Citroen DS. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 Brilliance BS6 (214 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 63 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Citroen DS. (151 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2012 Brilliance BS6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Citroen DS.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Citroen DS | 2012 Brilliance BS6 | |
| Make | Citroen | Brilliance |
| Model | DS | BS6 |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1984 cc | 2351 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 98 HP | 152 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 151 Nm | 214 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 86.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 85.5 mm | 100 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1210 kg | 1445 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3130 mm | 2800 mm |
