1977 BMW 528 vs. 1973 Citroen GS
To start off, 1977 BMW 528 is newer by 4 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 2,788 cc (6 cylinders), 1977 BMW 528 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1977 BMW 528 (178 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 72 more horse power than 1973 Citroen GS. (106 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1977 BMW 528 should accelerate faster than 1973 Citroen GS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1977 BMW 528 weights approximately 246 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 1977 BMW 528 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 1977 BMW 528. 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, 1977 BMW 528 (234 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 96 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Citroen GS. (138 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1977 BMW 528 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Citroen GS.
Compare all specifications:
| 1977 BMW 528 | 1973 Citroen GS | |
| Make | BMW | Citroen |
| Model | 528 | GS |
| Year Released | 1977 | 1973 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2788 cc | 1990 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 178 HP | 106 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 234 Nm | 138 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1416 kg | 1170 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4620 mm | 4130 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2560 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 56 L |
