1957 Buick 40 vs. 1975 Citroen GS
To start off, 1975 Citroen GS is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Buick 40. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Buick 40 would be higher. At 5,967 cc (8 cylinders), 1957 Buick 40 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1957 Buick 40 (248 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 193 more horse power than 1975 Citroen GS. (55 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1957 Buick 40 should accelerate faster than 1975 Citroen GS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1957 Buick 40 weights approximately 905 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 1957 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 1957 Buick 40. 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, 1957 Buick 40 (515 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 443 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Citroen GS. (72 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1957 Buick 40 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Citroen GS.
Compare all specifications:
1957 Buick 40 | 1975 Citroen GS | |
Make | Buick | Citroen |
Model | 40 | GS |
Year Released | 1957 | 1975 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5967 cc | 1014 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 248 HP | 55 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 515 Nm | 72 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1795 kg | 890 kg |
Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1620 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3110 mm | 2560 mm |