2007 BMW Alpina vs. 1959 Citroen DS
To start off, 2007 BMW Alpina 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 4,397 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 BMW Alpina is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW Alpina (500 HP) has 426 more horse power than 1959 Citroen DS. (74 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW Alpina should accelerate faster than 1959 Citroen DS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 BMW Alpina weights approximately 655 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.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 BMW Alpina (700 Nm) has 563 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Citroen DS. (137 Nm). This means 2007 BMW Alpina will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Citroen DS.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 BMW Alpina | 1959 Citroen DS | |
| Make | BMW | Citroen |
| Model | Alpina | DS |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1959 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4397 cc | 1911 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 500 HP | 74 HP |
| Torque | 700 Nm | 137 Nm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1975 kg | 1320 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5050 mm | 5000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1540 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3000 mm | 3140 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 88 L | 63 L |
