2009 BMW 330 vs. 1956 Citroen DS
To start off, 2009 BMW 330 is newer by 53 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 2,996 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 BMW 330 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW 330 (228 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 153 more horse power than 1956 Citroen DS. (75 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW 330 should accelerate faster than 1956 Citroen DS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 BMW 330 weights approximately 128 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 2009 BMW 330 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 2009 BMW 330. 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, 2009 BMW 330 (500 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 363 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Citroen DS. (137 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2009 BMW 330 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Citroen DS.
Compare all specifications:
2009 BMW 330 | 1956 Citroen DS | |
Make | BMW | Citroen |
Model | 330 | DS |
Year Released | 2009 | 1956 |
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 | 228 HP | 75 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Torque | 500 Nm | 137 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 78 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 100 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 17.0:1 | 7.5:1 |
Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 142 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1365 kg | 1237 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4810 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1430 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1530 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 3130 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 63 L |