2007 BMW 118 vs. 1968 Citroen Dyane
To start off, 2007 BMW 118 is newer by 39 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 1,994 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 BMW 118 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW 118 (127 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 103 more horse power than 1968 Citroen Dyane. (24 HP @ 6750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW 118 should accelerate faster than 1968 Citroen Dyane. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 BMW 118 weights approximately 640 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 2007 BMW 118 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 2007 BMW 118. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1968 Citroen Dyane, 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, 2007 BMW 118 (180 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 151 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Citroen Dyane. (29 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2007 BMW 118 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Citroen Dyane.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 BMW 118 | 1968 Citroen Dyane | |
| Make | BMW | Citroen |
| Model | 118 | Dyane |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1968 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1994 cc | 425 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 127 HP | 24 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 6750 RPM |
| Torque | 180 Nm | 29 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 68.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 59 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1230 kg | 590 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 3880 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1440 mm | 1510 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1560 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2410 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 43 L |
