1959 BMW 507 vs. 1956 Citroen DS
To start off, 1959 BMW 507 is newer by 3 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 3,169 cc (8 cylinders), 1959 BMW 507 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1959 BMW 507 (148 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 74 more horse power than 1956 Citroen DS. (74 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1959 BMW 507 should accelerate faster than 1956 Citroen DS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 BMW 507 weights approximately 110 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 1959 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 1959 BMW 507. 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, 1959 BMW 507 (220 Nm) has 83 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Citroen DS. (137 Nm). This means 1959 BMW 507 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Citroen DS.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 BMW 507 | 1956 Citroen DS | |
| Make | BMW | Citroen |
| Model | 507 | DS |
| Year Released | 1959 | 1956 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3169 cc | 1909 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 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 100 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1250 kg | 1140 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 4810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2490 mm | 3130 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 110 L | 63 L |
