1993 BMW 5.8 vs. 1960 Citroen DS
To start off, 1993 BMW 5.8 is newer by 33 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 5,800 cc (12 cylinders), 1993 BMW 5.8 is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 BMW 5.8 weights approximately 556 kg more than 1960 Citroen DS.
Because 1993 BMW 5.8 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 1993 BMW 5.8. 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, 1993 BMW 5.8 (786 Nm) has 649 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Citroen DS. (137 Nm). This means 1993 BMW 5.8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Citroen DS.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 BMW 5.8 | 1960 Citroen DS | |
| Make | BMW | Citroen |
| Model | 5.8 | DS |
| Year Released | 1993 | 1960 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5800 cc | 1911 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 0 HP | 82 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 786 Nm | 137 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1840 kg | 1284 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4850 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1540 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 3140 mm |
