2006 Cadillac BLS vs. 1972 Citroen GS
To start off, 2006 Cadillac BLS is newer by 34 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 1,910 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Cadillac BLS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Cadillac BLS (149 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 94 more horse power than 1972 Citroen GS. (55 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Cadillac BLS should accelerate faster than 1972 Citroen GS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Cadillac BLS weights approximately 570 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.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 Cadillac BLS (320 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 248 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Citroen GS. (72 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2006 Cadillac BLS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Citroen GS.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Cadillac BLS | 1972 Citroen GS | |
| Make | Cadillac | Citroen |
| Model | BLS | GS |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1910 cc | 1015 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 149 HP | 55 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 320 Nm | 72 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1460 kg | 890 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4690 mm | 4130 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2560 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 43 L |
