1973 Citroen DS vs. 2011 BMW X3
To start off, 2011 BMW X3 is newer by 38 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Citroen DS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Citroen DS would be higher. At 2,993 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 BMW X3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 BMW X3 (256 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 153 more horse power than 1973 Citroen DS. (103 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 BMW X3 should accelerate faster than 1973 Citroen DS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 BMW X3 weights approximately 665 kg more than 1973 Citroen DS. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2011 BMW X3 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1973 Citroen DS. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 BMW X3 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, 2011 BMW X3 (560 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 408 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Citroen DS. (152 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2011 BMW X3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Citroen DS.
Compare all specifications:
1973 Citroen DS | 2011 BMW X3 | |
Make | Citroen | BMW |
Model | DS | X3 |
Year Released | 1973 | 2011 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1985 cc | 2993 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 103 HP | 256 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 152 Nm | 560 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 90 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 85.5 mm | 84 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | AWD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1210 kg | 1875 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4648 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1881 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1675 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3130 mm | 2810 mm |