2003 BMW 545 vs. 1972 Citroen GS
To start off, 2003 BMW 545 is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Citroen GS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Citroen GS would be higher. At 4,398 cc (8 cylinders), 2003 BMW 545 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 BMW 545 (328 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 273 more horse power than 1972 Citroen GS. (55 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 BMW 545 should accelerate faster than 1972 Citroen GS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 BMW 545 weights approximately 815 kg more than 1972 Citroen GS. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2003 BMW 545 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 2003 BMW 545. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1972 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, 2003 BMW 545 (450 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 378 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Citroen GS. (72 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2003 BMW 545 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Citroen GS.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 BMW 545 | 1972 Citroen GS | |
| Make | BMW | Citroen |
| Model | 545 | GS |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4398 cc | 1015 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 328 HP | 55 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 450 Nm | 72 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 74 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82.7 mm | 59 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1705 kg | 890 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4130 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2560 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 43 L |
