1973 Citroen GS vs. 2012 BMW 535
To start off, 2012 BMW 535 is newer by 39 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 2,979 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 BMW 535 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 BMW 535 (300 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 245 more horse power than 1973 Citroen GS. (55 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 BMW 535 should accelerate faster than 1973 Citroen GS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 BMW 535 weights approximately 1030 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 2012 BMW 535 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1973 Citroen GS. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 BMW 535 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, 2012 BMW 535 (406 Nm @ 1300 RPM) has 334 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Citroen GS. (72 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2012 BMW 535 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Citroen GS.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Citroen GS | 2012 BMW 535 | |
| Make | Citroen | BMW |
| Model | GS | 535 |
| Year Released | 1973 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1015 cc | 2979 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 | 1300 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 74 mm | 89.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 59 mm | 84 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 890 kg | 1920 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4130 mm | 4899 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1464 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2968 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 43 L | 70 L |
