2005 BMW 750 vs. 1967 Citroen DS
To start off, 2005 BMW 750 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 4,799 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 BMW 750 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 BMW 750 (362 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 254 more horse power than 1967 Citroen DS. (108 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 BMW 750 should accelerate faster than 1967 Citroen DS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 BMW 750 weights approximately 458 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.
Because 2005 BMW 750 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 750. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1967 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, 2005 BMW 750 (490 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 313 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Citroen DS. (177 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2005 BMW 750 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Citroen DS.
Compare all specifications:
2005 BMW 750 | 1967 Citroen DS | |
Make | BMW | Citroen |
Model | 750 | DS |
Year Released | 2005 | 1967 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4799 cc | 2175 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 362 HP | 108 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 490 Nm | 177 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 90 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88.3 mm | 85.5 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 8.8:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1910 kg | 1452 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5050 mm | 5000 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1540 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 3140 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.6 L/100km | 11.9 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 88 L | 65 L |