1972 Citroen Dyane vs. 2003 BMW 330
To start off, 2003 BMW 330 is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Citroen Dyane. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Citroen Dyane would be higher. At 2,977 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 BMW 330 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 BMW 330 (189 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 165 more horse power than 1972 Citroen Dyane. (24 HP @ 6750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 BMW 330 should accelerate faster than 1972 Citroen Dyane. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 BMW 330 weights approximately 950 kg more than 1972 Citroen Dyane. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2003 BMW 330 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1972 Citroen Dyane. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 BMW 330 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, 2003 BMW 330 (400 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 371 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Citroen Dyane. (29 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2003 BMW 330 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Citroen Dyane.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Citroen Dyane | 2003 BMW 330 | |
| Make | Citroen | BMW |
| Model | Dyane | 330 |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 425 cc | 2977 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 24 HP | 189 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 29 Nm | 400 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 590 kg | 1540 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3880 mm | 4480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 43 L | 63 L |
