2007 BMW 328 vs. 1957 Citroen DS
To start off, 2007 BMW 328 is newer by 50 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 2,996 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 BMW 328 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW 328 (231 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 157 more horse power than 1957 Citroen DS. (74 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW 328 should accelerate faster than 1957 Citroen DS.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 BMW 328 (271 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 134 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Citroen DS. (137 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2007 BMW 328 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Citroen DS.
Compare all specifications:
2007 BMW 328 | 1957 Citroen DS | |
Make | BMW | Citroen |
Model | 328 | DS |
Year Released | 2007 | 1957 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2996 cc | 1911 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 231 HP | 74 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Torque | 271 Nm | 137 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 5000 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1540 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 3140 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 63 L |