2004 BMW 116 vs. 1959 Citroen DS
To start off, 2004 BMW 116 is newer by 45 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 1,911 cc (4 cylinders), 1959 Citroen DS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 BMW 116 (115 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 41 more horse power than 1959 Citroen DS. (74 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 BMW 116 should accelerate faster than 1959 Citroen DS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Citroen DS weights approximately 40 kg more than 2004 BMW 116.
Because 2004 BMW 116 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 2004 BMW 116. 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, 2004 BMW 116 (153 Nm) has 16 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Citroen DS. (137 Nm). This means 2004 BMW 116 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Citroen DS.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 BMW 116 | 1959 Citroen DS | |
| Make | BMW | Citroen |
| Model | 116 | DS |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1959 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1596 cc | 1911 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 115 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 153 Nm | 137 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 78.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 72 mm | 100 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 1320 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 5000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1540 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 3140 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 63 L |
