1992 BMW 316 vs. 1960 Citroen DS
To start off, 1992 BMW 316 is newer by 32 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 1,911 cc (4 cylinders), 1960 Citroen DS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 BMW 316 (101 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 1960 Citroen DS. (74 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 BMW 316 should accelerate faster than 1960 Citroen DS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1960 Citroen DS weights approximately 10 kg more than 1992 BMW 316.
Because 1992 BMW 316 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 1992 BMW 316. 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, 1992 BMW 316 (150 Nm @ 3900 RPM) has 13 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Citroen DS. (137 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1992 BMW 316 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Citroen DS.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 BMW 316 | 1960 Citroen DS | |
| Make | BMW | Citroen |
| Model | 316 | DS |
| Year Released | 1992 | 1960 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1596 cc | 1911 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 101 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 150 Nm | 137 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3900 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.7:1 | 7.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1310 kg | 1320 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 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 |
