1972 Citroen GS vs. 2010 BMW 325
To start off, 2010 BMW 325 is newer by 38 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 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 BMW 325 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 BMW 325 (217 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 162 more horse power than 1972 Citroen GS. (55 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 BMW 325 should accelerate faster than 1972 Citroen GS.
Because 2010 BMW 325 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 2010 BMW 325. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1972 Citroen GS, 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, 2010 BMW 325 (450 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 378 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Citroen GS. (72 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2010 BMW 325 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Citroen GS.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Citroen GS | 2010 BMW 325 | |
| Make | Citroen | BMW |
| Model | GS | 325 |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1015 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 55 HP | 217 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 72 Nm | 450 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 74 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 59 mm | 84 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4130 mm | 4624 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1811 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1384 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2810 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 43 L | 57 L |
