1995 BMW 318 vs. 1959 Citroen DS
To start off, 1995 BMW 318 is newer by 36 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Citroen DS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Citroen DS would be higher. At 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 1995 BMW 318 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 BMW 318 (140 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 66 more horse power than 1959 Citroen DS. (74 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 BMW 318 should accelerate faster than 1959 Citroen DS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 BMW 318 weights approximately 55 kg more than 1959 Citroen DS. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1995 BMW 318 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 1995 BMW 318. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1959 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, 1995 BMW 318 (200 Nm) has 63 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Citroen DS. (137 Nm). This means 1995 BMW 318 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Citroen DS.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 BMW 318 | 1959 Citroen DS | |
| Make | BMW | Citroen |
| Model | 318 | DS |
| Year Released | 1995 | 1959 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 1911 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 140 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 200 Nm | 137 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 78.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 100 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 7.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1375 kg | 1320 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 5000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1540 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 3140 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 63 L |
