1996 BMW 840 vs. 1973 Citroen GS
To start off, 1996 BMW 840 is newer by 23 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 3,982 cc (8 cylinders), 1996 BMW 840 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 BMW 840 (282 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 175 more horse power than 1973 Citroen GS. (107 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 BMW 840 should accelerate faster than 1973 Citroen GS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 BMW 840 weights approximately 600 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 1996 BMW 840 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 1996 BMW 840. 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, 1996 BMW 840 (400 Nm @ 5100 RPM) has 263 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Citroen GS. (137 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1996 BMW 840 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Citroen GS.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 BMW 840 | 1973 Citroen GS | |
| Make | BMW | Citroen |
| Model | 840 | GS |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1973 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3982 cc | 1990 cc |
| Engine Type | in-line | dual-disk rotary |
| Horse Power | 282 HP | 107 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 137 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5100 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1740 kg | 1140 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 4130 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2570 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 56 L |
