1979 BMW 728 vs. 1972 Citroen DS
To start off, 1979 BMW 728 is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Citroen DS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Citroen DS would be higher. At 2,788 cc (6 cylinders), 1979 BMW 728 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 BMW 728 (181 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 83 more horse power than 1972 Citroen DS. (98 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1979 BMW 728 should accelerate faster than 1972 Citroen DS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 BMW 728 weights approximately 260 kg more than 1972 Citroen DS. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1979 BMW 728 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 1979 BMW 728. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1972 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, 1979 BMW 728 (240 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 89 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Citroen DS. (151 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1979 BMW 728 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Citroen DS.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 BMW 728 | 1972 Citroen DS | |
| Make | BMW | Citroen |
| Model | 728 | DS |
| Year Released | 1979 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2788 cc | 1984 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 181 HP | 98 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 240 Nm | 151 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 85.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.3:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1470 kg | 1210 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 4810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 3130 mm |
