1975 BMW 320 vs. 1960 Citroen DS
To start off, 1975 BMW 320 is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Citroen DS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Citroen DS would be higher. At 1,990 cc (4 cylinders), 1975 BMW 320 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1975 BMW 320 (109 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 35 more horse power than 1960 Citroen DS. (74 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1975 BMW 320 should accelerate faster than 1960 Citroen DS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1960 Citroen DS weights approximately 5 kg more than 1975 BMW 320.
Because 1975 BMW 320 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 320. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1960 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, 1975 BMW 320 (157 Nm @ 3700 RPM) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Citroen DS. (137 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 1975 BMW 320 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Citroen DS.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 BMW 320 | 1960 Citroen DS | |
| Make | BMW | Citroen |
| Model | 320 | DS |
| Year Released | 1975 | 1960 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1990 cc | 1910 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 109 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 157 Nm | 137 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 78 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 100 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.1:1 | 7.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1120 kg | 1125 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4360 mm | 4810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 3130 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 52 L | 63 L |
