2005 BMW 318 vs. 1972 Citroen DS
To start off, 2005 BMW 318 is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Citroen DS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Citroen DS would be higher. At 2,347 cc (4 cylinders), 1972 Citroen DS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Citroen DS (114 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 2005 BMW 318. (113 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1972 Citroen DS should accelerate faster than 2005 BMW 318. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 BMW 318 weights approximately 28 kg more than 1972 Citroen DS.
Because 2005 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 2005 BMW 318. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1972 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, 1972 Citroen DS (183 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 16 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 BMW 318. (167 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 1972 Citroen DS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 BMW 318.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 BMW 318 | 1972 Citroen DS | |
| Make | BMW | Citroen |
| Model | 318 | DS |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1796 cc | 2347 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 113 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 167 Nm | 183 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84.1 mm | 93.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81 mm | 85.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 8.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1300 kg | 1272 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 4810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 3130 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 67 L | 65 L |
