2009 BMW M6 vs. 1956 Citroen DS
To start off, 2009 BMW M6 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 4,999 cc (10 cylinders), 2009 BMW M6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW M6 (500 HP @ 7750 RPM) has 425 more horse power than 1956 Citroen DS. (75 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW M6 should accelerate faster than 1956 Citroen DS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1956 Citroen DS weights approximately 40 kg more than 2009 BMW M6.
Because 2009 BMW M6 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 M6. 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 M6 (519 Nm) has 382 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Citroen DS. (137 Nm). This means 2009 BMW M6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Citroen DS.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 BMW M6 | 1956 Citroen DS | |
| Make | BMW | Citroen |
| Model | M6 | DS |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1956 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4999 cc | 1911 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 500 HP | 75 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7750 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 519 Nm | 137 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 1320 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 5000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2790 mm | 3140 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 63 L |
