2006 BMW 330 vs. 1970 Citroen Dyane
To start off, 2006 BMW 330 is newer by 36 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Citroen Dyane. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Citroen Dyane would be higher. At 2,979 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 BMW 330 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 BMW 330 (255 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 231 more horse power than 1970 Citroen Dyane. (24 HP @ 6750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 BMW 330 should accelerate faster than 1970 Citroen Dyane. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 BMW 330 weights approximately 1222 kg more than 1970 Citroen Dyane. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 BMW 330 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1970 Citroen Dyane. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 BMW 330 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, 2006 BMW 330 (298 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 269 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Citroen Dyane. (29 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2006 BMW 330 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Citroen Dyane.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 BMW 330 | 1970 Citroen Dyane | |
| Make | BMW | Citroen |
| Model | 330 | Dyane |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1970 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2979 cc | 423 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 255 HP | 24 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 6750 RPM |
| Torque | 298 Nm | 29 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 68.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 59 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1812 kg | 590 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 3880 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1510 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1560 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2410 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 43 L |
