1973 Citroen GS vs. 2013 BMW 6 series
To start off, 2013 BMW 6 series is newer by 40 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 4,395 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 BMW 6 series is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 BMW 6 series (437 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 330 more horse power than 1973 Citroen GS. (107 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 BMW 6 series should accelerate faster than 1973 Citroen GS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 BMW 6 series weights approximately 860 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 2013 BMW 6 series 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, 2013 BMW 6 series 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, 2013 BMW 6 series (649 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 512 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Citroen GS. (137 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2013 BMW 6 series will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Citroen GS.
Compare all specifications:
1973 Citroen GS | 2013 BMW 6 series | |
Make | Citroen | BMW |
Model | GS | 6 series |
Year Released | 1973 | 2013 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1990 cc | 4395 cc |
Engine Type | dual-disk rotary | V |
Horse Power | 107 HP | 437 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 137 Nm | 649 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 10.0 :1 |
Top Speed | 175 km/hour | 250 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 14 seconds | 4.4 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | AWD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1140 kg | 2000 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4130 mm | 4896 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 2081 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1369 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2855 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 56 L | 70 L |