1984 BMW 323 vs. 1977 Citroen GS
To start off, 1984 BMW 323 is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Citroen GS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Citroen GS would be higher. At 2,314 cc (6 cylinders), 1984 BMW 323 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 BMW 323 (148 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 93 more horse power than 1977 Citroen GS. (55 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1984 BMW 323 should accelerate faster than 1977 Citroen GS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 BMW 323 weights approximately 200 kg more than 1977 Citroen GS. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1984 BMW 323 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 1984 BMW 323. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1977 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, 1984 BMW 323 (205 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 133 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Citroen GS. (72 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1984 BMW 323 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Citroen GS.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 BMW 323 | 1977 Citroen GS | |
| Make | BMW | Citroen |
| Model | 323 | GS |
| Year Released | 1984 | 1977 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2314 cc | 1015 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 55 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 205 Nm | 72 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 74 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 76.8 mm | 59 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1090 kg | 890 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4330 mm | 4130 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2560 mm |
