2005 BMW 325 vs. 1967 Citroen DS
To start off, 2005 BMW 325 is newer by 38 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Citroen DS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Citroen DS would be higher. At 2,491 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 BMW 325 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 BMW 325 (189 HP @ 7400 RPM) has 81 more horse power than 1967 Citroen DS. (108 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 BMW 325 should accelerate faster than 1967 Citroen DS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 BMW 325 weights approximately 73 kg more than 1967 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, 2005 BMW 325 (238 Nm) has 61 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Citroen DS. (177 Nm). This means 2005 BMW 325 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Citroen DS.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 BMW 325 | 1967 Citroen DS | |
| Make | BMW | Citroen |
| Model | 325 | DS |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1967 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2491 cc | 2175 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 189 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7400 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 238 Nm | 177 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 85.5 mm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1525 kg | 1452 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 Consumption Overall | 9.8 L/100km | 11.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 65 L |
