2009 BMW 335 vs. 1959 Citroen DS
To start off, 2009 BMW 335 is newer by 50 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 2,496 cc, 2009 BMW 335 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW 335 (215 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 141 more horse power than 1959 Citroen DS. (74 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW 335 should accelerate faster than 1959 Citroen DS.
Let's talk about torque, 2009 BMW 335 (200 Nm) has 63 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Citroen DS. (137 Nm). This means 2009 BMW 335 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Citroen DS.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 BMW 335 | 1959 Citroen DS | |
| Make | BMW | Citroen |
| Model | 335 | DS |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1959 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2496 cc | 1911 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 215 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 200 Nm | 137 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 7.5:1 |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 5000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1540 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 3140 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 63 L |
