1956 Citroen DS vs. 2013 BMW 1 Series
To start off, 2013 BMW 1 Series is newer by 57 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 Citroen DS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Citroen DS would be higher. At 2,979 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 BMW 1 Series is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 BMW 1 Series (296 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 231 more horse power than 1956 Citroen DS. (65 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 BMW 1 Series should accelerate faster than 1956 Citroen DS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 BMW 1 Series weights approximately 272 kg more than 1956 Citroen DS. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2013 BMW 1 Series 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 2013 BMW 1 Series. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1956 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, 2013 BMW 1 Series (407 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 274 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Citroen DS. (133 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2013 BMW 1 Series will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Citroen DS.
Compare all specifications:
| 1956 Citroen DS | 2013 BMW 1 Series | |
| Make | Citroen | BMW |
| Model | DS | 1 Series |
| Year Released | 1956 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1911 cc | 2979 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 65 HP | 296 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 133 Nm | 407 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 100 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 7.5:1 | 10.2 |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1258 kg | 1530 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4980 mm | 4373 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1919 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1408 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3130 mm | 2660 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 53 L |
