2006 BMW 330 vs. 1966 Citroen DS
To start off, 2006 BMW 330 is newer by 40 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Citroen DS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Citroen DS would be higher. At 2,993 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 BMW 330 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 BMW 330 (201 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 101 more horse power than 1966 Citroen DS. (100 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 BMW 330 should accelerate faster than 1966 Citroen DS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 BMW 330 weights approximately 289 kg more than 1966 Citroen DS. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 BMW 330 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 2006 BMW 330. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1966 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, 2006 BMW 330 (410 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 246 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Citroen DS. (164 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2006 BMW 330 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Citroen DS.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 BMW 330 | 1966 Citroen DS | |
| Make | BMW | Citroen |
| Model | 330 | DS |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1966 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2993 cc | 2175 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 201 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 410 Nm | 164 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 85.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 17.0:1 | 8.8:1 |
| Top Speed | 234 km/hour | 164 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1675 kg | 1386 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 5000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1540 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 3130 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 65 L |
