1956 BMW 501 vs. 2007 Citroen C3
To start off, 2007 Citroen C3 is newer by 51 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 BMW 501. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 BMW 501 would be higher. At 3,166 cc (8 cylinders), 1956 BMW 501 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1956 BMW 501 (138 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 63 more horse power than 2007 Citroen C3. (75 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1956 BMW 501 should accelerate faster than 2007 Citroen C3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1956 BMW 501 weights approximately 397 kg more than 2007 Citroen C3. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1956 BMW 501 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 1956 BMW 501. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Citroen C3, 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, 1956 BMW 501 (222 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 107 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Citroen C3. (115 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 1956 BMW 501 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Citroen C3.
Compare all specifications:
| 1956 BMW 501 | 2007 Citroen C3 | |
| Make | BMW | Citroen |
| Model | 501 | C3 |
| Year Released | 1956 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3166 cc | 1360 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 75 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 222 Nm | 115 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3300 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 77 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 190 km/hour | 167 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1405 kg | 1008 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 3860 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1670 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2470 mm |
