1994 BMW 750 vs. 1975 Citroen GS
To start off, 1994 BMW 750 is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Citroen GS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Citroen GS would be higher. At 5,379 cc (12 cylinders), 1994 BMW 750 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 BMW 750 (322 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 267 more horse power than 1975 Citroen GS. (55 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 BMW 750 should accelerate faster than 1975 Citroen GS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 BMW 750 weights approximately 1180 kg more than 1975 Citroen GS. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1994 BMW 750 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 1994 BMW 750. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1975 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, 1994 BMW 750 (488 Nm @ 3900 RPM) has 416 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Citroen GS. (72 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1994 BMW 750 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Citroen GS.
Compare all specifications:
1994 BMW 750 | 1975 Citroen GS | |
Make | BMW | Citroen |
Model | 750 | GS |
Year Released | 1994 | 1975 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5379 cc | 1014 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Horse Power | 322 HP | 55 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 488 Nm | 72 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3900 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 74 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 79 mm | 59 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2070 kg | 890 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5130 mm | 4130 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1620 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1360 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2940 mm | 2560 mm |