1987 BMW 324 vs. 1971 Citroen DS
To start off, 1987 BMW 324 is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Citroen DS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Citroen DS would be higher. At 2,443 cc (6 cylinders), 1987 BMW 324 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 BMW 324 (113 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 1971 Citroen DS. (98 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1987 BMW 324 should accelerate faster than 1971 Citroen DS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 BMW 324 weights approximately 48 kg more than 1971 Citroen DS. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1987 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 1987 BMW 324. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1971 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, 1987 BMW 324 (214 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 63 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Citroen DS. (151 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1987 BMW 324 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Citroen DS.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 BMW 324 | 1971 Citroen DS | |
| Make | BMW | Citroen |
| Model | 324 | DS |
| Year Released | 1987 | 1971 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2443 cc | 1985 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 113 HP | 98 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 214 Nm | 151 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80.1 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81 mm | 85.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 22.0:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1260 kg | 1212 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4330 mm | 4810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 3130 mm |
