1970 Citroen GS vs. 2005 Mercedes-Benz Bionic Car Concept
To start off, 2005 Mercedes-Benz Bionic Car Concept is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Citroen GS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Citroen GS would be higher. At 1,991 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Mercedes-Benz Bionic Car Concept is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Mercedes-Benz Bionic Car Concept (138 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 84 more horse power than 1970 Citroen GS. (54 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mercedes-Benz Bionic Car Concept should accelerate faster than 1970 Citroen GS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mercedes-Benz Bionic Car Concept weights approximately 385 kg more than 1970 Citroen GS. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Mercedes-Benz Bionic Car Concept (300 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 230 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Citroen GS. (70 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2005 Mercedes-Benz Bionic Car Concept will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Citroen GS.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Citroen GS | 2005 Mercedes-Benz Bionic Car Concept | |
| Make | Citroen | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | GS | Bionic Car Concept |
| Year Released | 1970 | 2005 |
| Engine Size | 1015 cc | 1991 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Horse Power | 54 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 70 Nm | 300 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 18.0:1 |
| Top Speed | 143 km/hour | 185 km/hour |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 880 kg | 1265 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4130 mm | 4250 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1600 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2570 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 43 L | 62 L |
