2009 BMW 335 vs. 1970 Citroen DS
To start off, 2009 BMW 335 is newer by 39 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Citroen DS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Citroen DS would be higher. At 2,496 cc, 2009 BMW 335 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW 335 (215 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 113 more horse power than 1970 Citroen DS. (102 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW 335 should accelerate faster than 1970 Citroen DS.
Let's talk about torque, 2009 BMW 335 (200 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 49 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Citroen DS. (151 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2009 BMW 335 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Citroen DS.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 BMW 335 | 1970 Citroen DS | |
| Make | BMW | Citroen |
| Model | 335 | DS |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1970 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2496 cc | 1985 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 215 HP | 102 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 200 Nm | 151 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 3130 mm |
