1984 BMW M6 vs. 1973 Citroen GS
To start off, 1984 BMW M6 is newer by 11 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 3,453 cc (6 cylinders), 1984 BMW M6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 BMW M6 (282 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 227 more horse power than 1973 Citroen GS. (55 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1984 BMW M6 should accelerate faster than 1973 Citroen GS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 BMW M6 weights approximately 615 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 1984 BMW M6 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 M6. 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, 1984 BMW M6 (335 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 263 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Citroen GS. (72 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1984 BMW M6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Citroen GS.
Compare all specifications:
1984 BMW M6 | 1973 Citroen GS | |
Make | BMW | Citroen |
Model | M6 | GS |
Year Released | 1984 | 1973 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3453 cc | 1015 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 282 HP | 55 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 335 Nm | 72 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 93.4 mm | 74 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 59 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1505 kg | 890 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 4130 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1620 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1360 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2560 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 43 L |