1972 Citroen GS vs. 2011 BMW 335
To start off, 2011 BMW 335 is newer by 39 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 3,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 BMW 335 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 BMW 335 (300 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 245 more horse power than 1972 Citroen GS. (55 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 BMW 335 should accelerate faster than 1972 Citroen GS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 BMW 335 weights approximately 735 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.
Because 2011 BMW 335 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1972 Citroen GS. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 BMW 335 will offer significantly more control. 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, 2011 BMW 335 (406 Nm @ 1200 RPM) has 334 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Citroen GS. (72 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2011 BMW 335 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Citroen GS.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Citroen GS | 2011 BMW 335 | |
| Make | Citroen | BMW |
| Model | GS | 335 |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1015 cc | 3000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 55 HP | 300 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 72 Nm | 406 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 1200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 890 kg | 1625 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4130 mm | 4600 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1783 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1374 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2761 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 43 L | 61 L |
