2008 BMW 320 vs. 1967 Citroen DS
To start off, 2008 BMW 320 is newer by 41 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 2,175 cc (4 cylinders), 1967 Citroen DS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 BMW 320 (161 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 53 more horse power than 1967 Citroen DS. (108 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 BMW 320 should accelerate faster than 1967 Citroen DS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1967 Citroen DS weights approximately 22 kg more than 2008 BMW 320.
Because 2008 BMW 320 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 2008 BMW 320. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1967 Citroen DS, 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, 2008 BMW 320 (330 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 153 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Citroen DS. (177 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2008 BMW 320 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Citroen DS.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 BMW 320 | 1967 Citroen DS | |
| Make | BMW | Citroen |
| Model | 320 | DS |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1967 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 2175 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 161 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 330 Nm | 177 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 17.0:1 | 8.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1430 kg | 1452 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 5000 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1540 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 3140 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.9 L/100km | 11.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 65 L |
