1975 BMW 320 vs. 1973 Citroen DS
To start off, 1975 BMW 320 is newer by 2 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 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 6 more horse power than 1973 Citroen DS. (103 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1975 BMW 320 should accelerate faster than 1973 Citroen DS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Citroen DS weights approximately 90 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, 1973 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 5 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Citroen DS. (152 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1975 BMW 320 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Citroen DS.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 BMW 320 | 1973 Citroen DS | |
| Make | BMW | Citroen |
| Model | 320 | DS |
| Year Released | 1975 | 1973 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1990 cc | 1985 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 109 HP | 103 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 157 Nm | 152 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 85.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.1:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1120 kg | 1210 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4360 mm | 4810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 3130 mm |
