1959 BMW 507 vs. 2004 Citroen C5
To start off, 2004 Citroen C5 is newer by 45 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 BMW 507. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 BMW 507 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 90 more horse power than 2004 Citroen C5. (58 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1959 BMW 507 should accelerate faster than 2004 Citroen C5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Citroen C5 weights approximately 174 kg more than 1959 BMW 507.
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, 2004 Citroen C5, 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 @ 2500 RPM) has 110 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Citroen C5. (110 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 1959 BMW 507 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Citroen C5.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 BMW 507 | 2004 Citroen C5 | |
| Make | BMW | Citroen |
| Model | 507 | C5 |
| Year Released | 1959 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3169 cc | 1560 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 58 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 220 Nm | 110 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 88.3 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 18.0:1 |
| Top Speed | 217 km/hour | 190 km/hour |
| 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 | 1424 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 4750 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2490 mm | 2760 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 110 L | 66 L |
