2004 BMW 330 vs. 1965 Citroen DS
To start off, 2004 BMW 330 is newer by 39 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Citroen DS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Citroen DS would be higher. At 2,983 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 BMW 330 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 BMW 330 (225 HP @ 7400 RPM) has 117 more horse power than 1965 Citroen DS. (108 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 BMW 330 should accelerate faster than 1965 Citroen DS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 BMW 330 weights approximately 40 kg more than 1965 Citroen DS. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2004 BMW 330 (300 Nm) has 122 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Citroen DS. (178 Nm). This means 2004 BMW 330 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Citroen DS.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 BMW 330 | 1965 Citroen DS | |
| Make | BMW | Citroen |
| Model | 330 | DS |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1965 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2983 cc | 2175 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 225 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7400 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 178 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 85.5 mm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1490 kg | 1450 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 5000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1540 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 3140 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 43 L |
