1996 BMW 735 vs. 1957 Citroen DS
To start off, 1996 BMW 735 is newer by 39 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Citroen DS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Citroen DS would be higher. At 3,498 cc (8 cylinders), 1996 BMW 735 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 BMW 735 (232 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 158 more horse power than 1957 Citroen DS. (74 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 BMW 735 should accelerate faster than 1957 Citroen DS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 BMW 735 weights approximately 500 kg more than 1957 Citroen DS. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1996 BMW 735 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 1996 BMW 735. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1957 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, 1996 BMW 735 (321 Nm @ 3300 RPM) has 184 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Citroen DS. (137 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1996 BMW 735 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Citroen DS.
Compare all specifications:
1996 BMW 735 | 1957 Citroen DS | |
Make | BMW | Citroen |
Model | 735 | DS |
Year Released | 1996 | 1957 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3498 cc | 1911 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 232 HP | 74 HP |
Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Torque | 321 Nm | 137 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3300 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 78 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 78.9 mm | 100 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1820 kg | 1320 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5130 mm | 5000 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1540 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2940 mm | 3140 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 85 L | 63 L |