2006 BMW X3 vs. 1974 Citroen GS
To start off, 2006 BMW X3 is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Citroen GS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Citroen GS would be higher. At 2,494 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 BMW X3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 BMW X3 (189 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 131 more horse power than 1974 Citroen GS. (58 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 BMW X3 should accelerate faster than 1974 Citroen GS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 BMW X3 weights approximately 420 kg more than 1974 Citroen GS. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 BMW X3 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1974 Citroen GS. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 BMW X3 will offer significantly more control. 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, 2006 BMW X3 (246 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 158 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Citroen GS. (88 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 2006 BMW X3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Citroen GS.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 BMW X3 | 1974 Citroen GS | |
| Make | BMW | Citroen |
| Model | X3 | GS |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1974 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2494 cc | 1222 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 189 HP | 58 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 246 Nm | 88 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3250 RPM |
| Top Speed | 208 km/hour | 149 km/hour |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1360 kg | 940 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 4130 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1680 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2560 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 67 L | 43 L |
