1973 BMW 1502 vs. 1956 Citroen DS
To start off, 1973 BMW 1502 is newer by 17 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 1,911 cc (4 cylinders), 1956 Citroen DS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 BMW 1502 (85 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 1956 Citroen DS. (75 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1973 BMW 1502 should accelerate faster than 1956 Citroen DS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1956 Citroen DS weights approximately 390 kg more than 1973 BMW 1502.
Let's talk about torque, 1956 Citroen DS (137 Nm) has 7 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 BMW 1502. (130 Nm). This means 1956 Citroen DS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 BMW 1502.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 BMW 1502 | 1956 Citroen DS | |
| Make | BMW | Citroen |
| Model | 1502 | DS |
| Year Released | 1973 | 1956 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1573 cc | 1911 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 75 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 130 Nm | 137 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 78 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71 mm | 100 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 930 kg | 1320 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 5000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 3140 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 63 L |
