1973 BMW 1502 vs. 1959 Citroen DS
To start off, 1973 BMW 1502 is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Citroen DS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Citroen DS would be higher. At 1,911 cc (4 cylinders), 1959 Citroen DS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 BMW 1502 (85 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 1959 Citroen DS. (74 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1973 BMW 1502 should accelerate faster than 1959 Citroen DS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Citroen DS weights approximately 390 kg more than 1973 BMW 1502.
Let's talk about torque, 1959 Citroen DS (137 Nm) has 7 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 BMW 1502. (130 Nm). This means 1959 Citroen DS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 BMW 1502.
Compare all specifications:
1973 BMW 1502 | 1959 Citroen DS | |
Make | BMW | Citroen |
Model | 1502 | DS |
Year Released | 1973 | 1959 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1573 cc | 1911 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 85 HP | 74 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Torque | 130 Nm | 137 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 78.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 71 mm | 100 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.6:1 | 7.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 930 kg | 1320 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 5000 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1540 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 3140 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 63 L |