1960 Chrysler Imperial vs. 1973 Citroen GS
To start off, 1973 Citroen GS is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Chrysler Imperial. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Chrysler Imperial would be higher. At 5,802 cc (8 cylinders), 1960 Chrysler Imperial is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1960 Chrysler Imperial (276 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 170 more horse power than 1973 Citroen GS. (106 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1960 Chrysler Imperial should accelerate faster than 1973 Citroen GS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1960 Chrysler Imperial weights approximately 1190 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.
Let's talk about torque, 1960 Chrysler Imperial (510 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 372 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Citroen GS. (138 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1960 Chrysler Imperial will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Citroen GS.
Compare all specifications:
| 1960 Chrysler Imperial | 1973 Citroen GS | |
| Make | Chrysler | Citroen |
| Model | Imperial | GS |
| Year Released | 1960 | 1973 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5802 cc | 1990 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 276 HP | 106 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 510 Nm | 138 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 2360 kg | 1170 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 6170 mm | 4130 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3800 mm | 2560 mm |
