2005 BMW M3 vs. 1956 Citroen DS
To start off, 2005 BMW M3 is newer by 49 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 3,246 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 BMW M3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 BMW M3 (323 HP @ 7900 RPM) has 248 more horse power than 1956 Citroen DS. (75 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 BMW M3 should accelerate faster than 1956 Citroen DS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 BMW M3 weights approximately 463 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 2005 BMW M3 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 2005 BMW M3. 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, 2005 BMW M3 (372 Nm @ 4900 RPM) has 235 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Citroen DS. (137 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2005 BMW M3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Citroen DS.
Compare all specifications:
2005 BMW M3 | 1956 Citroen DS | |
Make | BMW | Citroen |
Model | M3 | DS |
Year Released | 2005 | 1956 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3246 cc | 1911 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 323 HP | 75 HP |
Engine RPM | 7900 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Torque | 372 Nm | 137 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4900 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 12.0:1 | 7.5:1 |
Top Speed | 245 km/hour | 142 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1700 kg | 1237 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4810 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1530 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 3130 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 63 L |