1985 BMW 324 vs. 1967 Citroen DS
To start off, 1985 BMW 324 is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Citroen DS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Citroen DS would be higher. At 2,494 cc (6 cylinders), 1985 BMW 324 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1967 Citroen DS (108 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 1985 BMW 324. (85 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1967 Citroen DS should accelerate faster than 1985 BMW 324. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1967 Citroen DS weights approximately 192 kg more than 1985 BMW 324. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1985 BMW 324 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 1985 BMW 324. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1967 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, 1967 Citroen DS (177 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 25 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 BMW 324. (152 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1967 Citroen DS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 BMW 324.
Compare all specifications:
1985 BMW 324 | 1967 Citroen DS | |
Make | BMW | Citroen |
Model | 324 | DS |
Year Released | 1985 | 1967 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2494 cc | 2175 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 85 HP | 108 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 152 Nm | 177 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 90 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 81 mm | 85.5 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 22.0:1 | 8.8:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1260 kg | 1452 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4330 mm | 5000 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1540 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 3140 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.6 L/100km | 11.9 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 65 L |