1972 Citroen Dyane vs. 2012 BMW 335
To start off, 2012 BMW 335 is newer by 40 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 2,979 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 BMW 335 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 BMW 335 (300 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 276 more horse power than 1972 Citroen Dyane. (24 HP @ 6750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 BMW 335 should accelerate faster than 1972 Citroen Dyane. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 BMW 335 weights approximately 1035 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 2012 BMW 335 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1972 Citroen Dyane. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 BMW 335 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, 2012 BMW 335 (406 Nm @ 1300 RPM) has 377 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Citroen Dyane. (29 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2012 BMW 335 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Citroen Dyane.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Citroen Dyane | 2012 BMW 335 | |
| Make | Citroen | BMW |
| Model | Dyane | 335 |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 425 cc | 2979 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 24 HP | 300 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6750 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 29 Nm | 406 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1300 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 590 kg | 1625 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3880 mm | 4624 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1783 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1394 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2810 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 43 L | 57 L |
