1972 Citroen GS vs. 2005 Pontiac Bonneville
To start off, 2005 Pontiac Bonneville is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Citroen GS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Citroen GS would be higher. At 3,786 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Pontiac Bonneville is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Pontiac Bonneville (205 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 150 more horse power than 1972 Citroen GS. (55 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Pontiac Bonneville should accelerate faster than 1972 Citroen GS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Pontiac Bonneville weights approximately 778 kg more than 1972 Citroen GS. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2005 Pontiac Bonneville (313 Nm) has 241 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Citroen GS. (72 Nm). This means 2005 Pontiac Bonneville will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Citroen GS.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Citroen GS | 2005 Pontiac Bonneville | |
| Make | Citroen | Pontiac |
| Model | GS | Bonneville |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1015 cc | 3786 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 55 HP | 205 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 72 Nm | 313 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 74 mm | 97 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 59 mm | 86 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 890 kg | 1668 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4130 mm | 5150 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2800 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 43 L | 68 L |
