2009 BMW X5 vs. 1973 Citroen GS
To start off, 2009 BMW X5 is newer by 36 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Citroen GS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Citroen GS would be higher. At 2,993 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 BMW X5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW X5 (232 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 126 more horse power than 1973 Citroen GS. (106 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW X5 should accelerate faster than 1973 Citroen GS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 BMW X5 weights approximately 980 kg more than 1973 Citroen GS. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 BMW X5 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1973 Citroen GS. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 BMW X5 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, 2009 BMW X5 (521 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 383 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Citroen GS. (138 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2009 BMW X5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Citroen GS.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 BMW X5 | 1973 Citroen GS | |
| Make | BMW | Citroen |
| Model | X5 | GS |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1973 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2993 cc | 1990 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 232 HP | 106 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 521 Nm | 138 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2150 kg | 1170 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 4130 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2940 mm | 2560 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 85 L | 56 L |
