1978 BMW 725 vs. 1964 Citroen DS
To start off, 1978 BMW 725 is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1964 Citroen DS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1964 Citroen DS would be higher. At 2,495 cc (6 cylinders), 1978 BMW 725 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 BMW 725 (148 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 66 more horse power than 1964 Citroen DS. (82 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1978 BMW 725 should accelerate faster than 1964 Citroen DS.
Because 1978 BMW 725 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 1978 BMW 725. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1964 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, 1978 BMW 725 (215 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 71 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Citroen DS. (144 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1978 BMW 725 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 Citroen DS.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 BMW 725 | 1964 Citroen DS | |
| Make | BMW | Citroen |
| Model | 725 | DS |
| Year Released | 1978 | 1964 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2495 cc | 1911 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 82 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 215 Nm | 144 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86.1 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71.6 mm | 85.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.6:1 | 8.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 4810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 3130 mm |
