1995 BMW 528 vs. 1956 Citroen DS
To start off, 1995 BMW 528 is newer by 39 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 2,793 cc (6 cylinders), 1995 BMW 528 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 BMW 528 (193 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 118 more horse power than 1956 Citroen DS. (75 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 BMW 528 should accelerate faster than 1956 Citroen DS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 BMW 528 weights approximately 260 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 1995 BMW 528 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 1995 BMW 528. 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, 1995 BMW 528 (279 Nm) has 142 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Citroen DS. (137 Nm). This means 1995 BMW 528 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Citroen DS.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 BMW 528 | 1956 Citroen DS | |
| Make | BMW | Citroen |
| Model | 528 | DS |
| Year Released | 1995 | 1956 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2793 cc | 1911 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 193 HP | 75 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 279 Nm | 137 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 78 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 100 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1580 kg | 1320 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 5000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 3140 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 63 L |
