2009 BMW M3 vs. 1960 Citroen DS
To start off, 2009 BMW M3 is newer by 49 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Citroen DS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Citroen DS would be higher. At 3,999 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 BMW M3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW M3 (414 HP @ 8300 RPM) has 340 more horse power than 1960 Citroen DS. (74 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW M3 should accelerate faster than 1960 Citroen DS.
Because 2009 BMW M3 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 2009 BMW M3. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1960 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, 2009 BMW M3 (295 Nm @ 3900 RPM) has 158 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Citroen DS. (137 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2009 BMW M3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Citroen DS.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 BMW M3 | 1960 Citroen DS | |
| Make | BMW | Citroen |
| Model | M3 | DS |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1960 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3999 cc | 1910 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 414 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8300 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 295 Nm | 137 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3900 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 12.0:1 | 7.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 4810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 3130 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 14.9 L/100km | 10.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 63 L |
