2007 BMW Convertible vs. 1967 Citroen DS
To start off, 2007 BMW Convertible 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 4,797 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 BMW Convertible is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW Convertible (362 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 254 more horse power than 1967 Citroen DS. (108 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW Convertible should accelerate faster than 1967 Citroen DS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 BMW Convertible weights approximately 398 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 Convertible (490 Nm @ 3900 RPM) has 313 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Citroen DS. (177 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2007 BMW Convertible will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Citroen DS.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 BMW Convertible | 1967 Citroen DS | |
| Make | BMW | Citroen |
| Model | Convertible | DS |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1967 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4797 cc | 2175 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 362 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 490 Nm | 177 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3900 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 8.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1850 kg | 1452 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 5000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1380 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1860 mm | 1540 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2790 mm | 3140 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 65 L |
