2007 Alpina B5 vs. 1959 Citroen DS
To start off, 2007 Alpina B5 is newer by 48 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Citroen DS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Citroen DS would be higher. At 4,398 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Alpina B5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Alpina B5 (493 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 419 more horse power than 1959 Citroen DS. (74 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Alpina B5 should accelerate faster than 1959 Citroen DS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Alpina B5 weights approximately 402 kg more than 1959 Citroen DS. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 Alpina B5 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 2007 Alpina B5. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1959 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, 2007 Alpina B5 (700 Nm) has 563 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Citroen DS. (137 Nm). This means 2007 Alpina B5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Citroen DS.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Alpina B5 | 1959 Citroen DS | |
| Make | Alpina | Citroen |
| Model | B5 | DS |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1959 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4398 cc | 1911 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 493 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 700 Nm | 137 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 78.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82.7 mm | 100 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 7.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1722 kg | 1320 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 5000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1540 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 3140 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 63 L |
