2009 BMW 550 vs. 1975 Citroen GS

To start off, 2009 BMW 550 is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Citroen GS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Citroen GS would be higher. At 4,799 cc, 2009 BMW 550 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW 550 (362 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 307 more horse power than 1975 Citroen GS. (55 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW 550 should accelerate faster than 1975 Citroen GS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 BMW 550 weights approximately 772 kg more than 1975 Citroen GS. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 2009 BMW 550 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 2009 BMW 550. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1975 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, 2009 BMW 550 (490 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 418 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Citroen GS. (72 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2009 BMW 550 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Citroen GS.

Compare all specifications:

2009 BMW 550 1975 Citroen GS
Make BMW Citroen
Model 550 GS
Year Released 2009 1975
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 4799 cc 1014 cc
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 2 valves
Horse Power 362 HP 55 HP
Engine RPM 6300 RPM 6500 RPM
Torque 490 Nm 72 Nm
Torque RPM 3400 RPM 3500 RPM
Engine Bore Size 93 mm 74 mm
Engine Stroke Size 88.3 mm 59 mm
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Rear Front
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 5 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 1662 kg 890 kg
Vehicle Length 4850 mm 4130 mm
Vehicle Width 1470 mm 1620 mm
Vehicle Height 1850 mm 1360 mm
Wheelbase Size 2890 mm 2560 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 70 L 43 L


 

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