1991 BMW 320 vs. 1960 Citroen DS
To start off, 1991 BMW 320 is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Citroen DS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Citroen DS would be higher. At 1,991 cc (6 cylinders), 1991 BMW 320 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 BMW 320 (149 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 75 more horse power than 1960 Citroen DS. (74 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1991 BMW 320 should accelerate faster than 1960 Citroen DS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1960 Citroen DS weights approximately 50 kg more than 1991 BMW 320.
Because 1991 BMW 320 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 1991 BMW 320. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1960 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, 1991 BMW 320 (190 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 53 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Citroen DS. (137 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1991 BMW 320 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Citroen DS.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 BMW 320 | 1960 Citroen DS | |
| Make | BMW | Citroen |
| Model | 320 | DS |
| Year Released | 1991 | 1960 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1991 cc | 1911 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 149 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 190 Nm | 137 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 7.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1270 kg | 1320 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 5000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1540 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 3140 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 43 L |
