1995 BMW M5 vs. 1966 Citroen DS
To start off, 1995 BMW M5 is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Citroen DS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Citroen DS would be higher. At 3,794 cc (6 cylinders), 1995 BMW M5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 BMW M5 (335 HP @ 6900 RPM) has 235 more horse power than 1966 Citroen DS. (100 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 BMW M5 should accelerate faster than 1966 Citroen DS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 BMW M5 weights approximately 339 kg more than 1966 Citroen DS. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1995 BMW M5 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 M5. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1966 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 M5 (400 Nm @ 4750 RPM) has 236 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Citroen DS. (164 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1995 BMW M5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Citroen DS.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 BMW M5 | 1966 Citroen DS | |
| Make | BMW | Citroen |
| Model | M5 | DS |
| Year Released | 1995 | 1966 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3794 cc | 2175 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 335 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6900 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 164 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4750 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 94.6 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 85.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 8.8:1 |
| Top Speed | 251 km/hour | 164 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1725 kg | 1386 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 5000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1540 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 3130 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 65 L |
