2007 BMW 330 vs. 1967 Citroen DS
To start off, 2007 BMW 330 is newer by 40 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Citroen DS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Citroen DS would be higher. At 2,993 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 BMW 330 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW 330 (215 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 107 more horse power than 1967 Citroen DS. (108 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW 330 should accelerate faster than 1967 Citroen DS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 BMW 330 weights approximately 88 kg more than 1967 Citroen DS. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 BMW 330 (480 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 303 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Citroen DS. (177 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2007 BMW 330 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Citroen DS.
Compare all specifications:
2007 BMW 330 | 1967 Citroen DS | |
Make | BMW | Citroen |
Model | 330 | DS |
Year Released | 2007 | 1967 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2993 cc | 2175 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 215 HP | 108 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 480 Nm | 177 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1750 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 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1540 kg | 1452 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 5000 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1430 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1540 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 3140 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.6 L/100km | 11.9 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 65 L |