2007 BMW 745 vs. 1976 Citroen GS
To start off, 2007 BMW 745 is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Citroen GS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Citroen GS would be higher. At 4,423 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 BMW 745 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW 745 (326 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 271 more horse power than 1976 Citroen GS. (55 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW 745 should accelerate faster than 1976 Citroen GS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 BMW 745 weights approximately 1225 kg more than 1976 Citroen GS. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 BMW 745 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 2007 BMW 745. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1976 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, 2007 BMW 745 (700 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 628 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Citroen GS. (72 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2007 BMW 745 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Citroen GS.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 BMW 745 | 1976 Citroen GS | |
| Make | BMW | Citroen |
| Model | 745 | GS |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1976 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4423 cc | 1015 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 326 HP | 55 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 700 Nm | 72 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1900 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 74 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 93 mm | 59 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2115 kg | 890 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5050 mm | 4130 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3000 mm | 2560 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 88 L | 43 L |
