1975 BMW 315 vs. 1968 Citroen DS
To start off, 1975 BMW 315 is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Citroen DS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Citroen DS would be higher. At 1,983 cc (4 cylinders), 1968 Citroen DS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Citroen DS (98 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 1975 BMW 315. (75 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1968 Citroen DS should accelerate faster than 1975 BMW 315. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Citroen DS weights approximately 200 kg more than 1975 BMW 315. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1975 BMW 315 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1975 BMW 315. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1968 Citroen DS, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1968 Citroen DS (151 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 41 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 BMW 315. (110 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1968 Citroen DS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 BMW 315.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 BMW 315 | 1968 Citroen DS | |
| Make | BMW | Citroen |
| Model | 315 | DS |
| Year Released | 1975 | 1968 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1574 cc | 1983 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 75 HP | 98 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 110 Nm | 151 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71 mm | 85.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1010 kg | 1210 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4360 mm | 4810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 3130 mm |
