1956 BMW 507 vs. 1959 Citroen DS
To start off, 1959 Citroen DS is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 BMW 507. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 BMW 507 would be higher. At 3,169 cc (8 cylinders), 1956 BMW 507 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1956 BMW 507 (148 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 74 more horse power than 1959 Citroen DS. (74 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1956 BMW 507 should accelerate faster than 1959 Citroen DS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Citroen DS weights approximately 66 kg more than 1956 BMW 507.
Because 1956 BMW 507 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 507. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1959 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, 1956 BMW 507 (220 Nm) has 83 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Citroen DS. (137 Nm). This means 1956 BMW 507 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Citroen DS.
Compare all specifications:
| 1956 BMW 507 | 1959 Citroen DS | |
| Make | BMW | Citroen |
| Model | 507 | DS |
| Year Released | 1956 | 1959 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3169 cc | 1911 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 220 Nm | 137 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 78.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 100 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 7.8:1 | 7.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1254 kg | 1320 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 5000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1540 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2490 mm | 3140 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 110 L | 63 L |
