1975 BMW 520 vs. 1965 Citroen DS
To start off, 1975 BMW 520 is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Citroen DS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Citroen DS would be higher. At 2,175 cc (4 cylinders), 1965 Citroen DS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1975 BMW 520 (123 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 1965 Citroen DS. (108 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1975 BMW 520 should accelerate faster than 1965 Citroen DS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1965 Citroen DS weights approximately 155 kg more than 1975 BMW 520.
Because 1975 BMW 520 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 520. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1965 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, 1965 Citroen DS (178 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 6 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 BMW 520. (172 Nm @ 4350 RPM). This means 1965 Citroen DS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 BMW 520.
Compare all specifications:
1975 BMW 520 | 1965 Citroen DS | |
Make | BMW | Citroen |
Model | 520 | DS |
Year Released | 1975 | 1965 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1991 cc | 2175 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 123 HP | 108 HP |
Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 172 Nm | 178 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4350 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1295 kg | 1450 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4630 mm | 5000 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1540 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 3140 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 43 L |