1973 Citroen GS vs. 2010 BMW 750
To start off, 2010 BMW 750 is newer by 37 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Citroen GS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Citroen GS would be higher. At 4,400 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 BMW 750 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 BMW 750 (400 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 293 more horse power than 1973 Citroen GS. (107 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 BMW 750 should accelerate faster than 1973 Citroen GS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 BMW 750 weights approximately 965 kg more than 1973 Citroen GS. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2010 BMW 750 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 750. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1973 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 750 (609 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 472 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Citroen GS. (137 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2010 BMW 750 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Citroen GS.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Citroen GS | 2010 BMW 750 | |
| Make | Citroen | BMW |
| Model | GS | 750 |
| Year Released | 1973 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1990 cc | 4400 cc |
| Engine Type | dual-disk rotary | V |
| Horse Power | 107 HP | 400 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 137 Nm | 609 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1140 kg | 2105 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4130 mm | 5215 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1902 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1481 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 3211 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 56 L | 82 L |
