1954 Buick 40 vs. 1974 Citroen GS
To start off, 1974 Citroen GS is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1954 Buick 40. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1954 Buick 40 would be higher. At 5,279 cc (8 cylinders), 1954 Buick 40 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1954 Buick 40 (193 HP @ 4100 RPM) has 135 more horse power than 1974 Citroen GS. (58 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1954 Buick 40 should accelerate faster than 1974 Citroen GS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1954 Buick 40 weights approximately 778 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 1954 Buick 40 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 1954 Buick 40. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1974 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, 1954 Buick 40 (410 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 323 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Citroen GS. (87 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 1954 Buick 40 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Citroen GS.
Compare all specifications:
1954 Buick 40 | 1974 Citroen GS | |
Make | Buick | Citroen |
Model | 40 | GS |
Year Released | 1954 | 1974 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5279 cc | 1220 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | boxer |
Horse Power | 193 HP | 58 HP |
Engine RPM | 4100 RPM | 5750 RPM |
Torque | 410 Nm | 87 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3250 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 77 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 81.4 mm | 65.6 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 8.2:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Vehicle Weight | 1720 kg | 942 kg |
Wheelbase Size | 3110 mm | 2560 mm |