1985 Citroen BX vs. 1972 Citroen DS
To start off, 1985 Citroen BX is newer by 13 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 1,984 cc (4 cylinders), 1972 Citroen DS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Citroen DS (98 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 36 more horse power than 1985 Citroen BX. (62 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1972 Citroen DS should accelerate faster than 1985 Citroen BX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Citroen DS weights approximately 320 kg more than 1985 Citroen BX. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1972 Citroen DS (151 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 42 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Citroen BX. (109 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1972 Citroen DS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Citroen BX.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Citroen BX | 1972 Citroen DS | |
| Make | Citroen | Citroen |
| Model | BX | DS |
| Year Released | 1985 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1359 cc | 1984 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 62 HP | 98 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 109 Nm | 151 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77 mm | 85.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.3:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 890 kg | 1210 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 4810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 3130 mm |
