1959 BMW 700 vs. 2009 Citroen Xsara
To start off, 2009 Citroen Xsara is newer by 50 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 BMW 700. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 BMW 700 would be higher. At 1,398 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Citroen Xsara is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Citroen Xsara (67 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 1959 BMW 700. (39 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Citroen Xsara should accelerate faster than 1959 BMW 700. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Citroen Xsara weights approximately 556 kg more than 1959 BMW 700. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1959 BMW 700 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 700. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Citroen Xsara, 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, 2009 Citroen Xsara (160 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 110 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 BMW 700. (50 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 Citroen Xsara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 BMW 700.
Compare all specifications:
1959 BMW 700 | 2009 Citroen Xsara | |
Make | BMW | Citroen |
Model | 700 | Xsara |
Year Released | 1959 | 2009 |
Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 695 cc | 1398 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 39 HP | 67 HP |
Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 50 Nm | 160 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 73.7 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 73 mm | 82 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 18.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Top Speed | 126 km/hour | 164 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 630 kg | 1186 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3540 mm | 4190 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2130 mm | 2550 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.1 L/100km | 4.5 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 31 L | 54 L |