2005 BMW X3 vs. 1968 Citroen Dyane
To start off, 2005 BMW X3 is newer by 37 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Citroen Dyane. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Citroen Dyane would be higher. At 2,491 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 BMW X3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 BMW X3 (184 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 160 more horse power than 1968 Citroen Dyane. (24 HP @ 6750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 BMW X3 should accelerate faster than 1968 Citroen Dyane. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 BMW X3 weights approximately 1225 kg more than 1968 Citroen Dyane. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 BMW X3 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1968 Citroen Dyane. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 BMW X3 will offer significantly more control. 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 X3 (237 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 208 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Citroen Dyane. (29 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2005 BMW X3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Citroen Dyane.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 BMW X3 | 1968 Citroen Dyane | |
| Make | BMW | Citroen |
| Model | X3 | Dyane |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1968 |
| Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2491 cc | 425 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 184 HP | 24 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6750 RPM |
| Torque | 237 Nm | 29 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1815 kg | 590 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 3880 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1510 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1680 mm | 1560 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2410 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 67 L | 43 L |
