2007 BMW 328 vs. 1968 Citroen DS
To start off, 2007 BMW 328 is newer by 39 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Citroen DS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Citroen DS would be higher. At 2,996 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 BMW 328 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW 328 (231 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 133 more horse power than 1968 Citroen DS. (98 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW 328 should accelerate faster than 1968 Citroen DS.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 BMW 328 (271 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 120 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Citroen DS. (151 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2007 BMW 328 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Citroen DS.
Compare all specifications:
2007 BMW 328 | 1968 Citroen DS | |
Make | BMW | Citroen |
Model | 328 | DS |
Year Released | 2007 | 1968 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2996 cc | 1983 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 231 HP | 98 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 271 Nm | 151 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4810 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1480 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 3130 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 65 L |