2005 BMW 330 vs. 1972 Citroen GS
To start off, 2005 BMW 330 is newer by 33 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 2,977 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 BMW 330 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 BMW 330 (215 HP @ 7400 RPM) has 160 more horse power than 1972 Citroen GS. (55 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 BMW 330 should accelerate faster than 1972 Citroen GS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 BMW 330 weights approximately 600 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.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 BMW 330 (290 Nm) has 218 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Citroen GS. (72 Nm). This means 2005 BMW 330 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Citroen GS.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 BMW 330 | 1972 Citroen GS | |
| Make | BMW | Citroen |
| Model | 330 | GS |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2977 cc | 1015 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 215 HP | 55 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7400 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 290 Nm | 72 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 74 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 59 mm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1490 kg | 890 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4130 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2560 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 43 L |
