1970 Citroen GS vs. 1983 Porsche 930
To start off, 1983 Porsche 930 is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Citroen GS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Citroen GS would be higher. At 3,299 cc (6 cylinders), 1983 Porsche 930 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Porsche 930 (296 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 242 more horse power than 1970 Citroen GS. (54 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1983 Porsche 930 should accelerate faster than 1970 Citroen GS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Porsche 930 weights approximately 420 kg more than 1970 Citroen GS. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1983 Porsche 930 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 1983 Porsche 930. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1970 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, 1983 Porsche 930 (431 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 361 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Citroen GS. (70 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1983 Porsche 930 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Citroen GS.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Citroen GS | 1983 Porsche 930 | |
| Make | Citroen | Porsche |
| Model | GS | 930 |
| Year Released | 1970 | 1983 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1015 cc | 3299 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | boxer |
| Horse Power | 54 HP | 296 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 70 Nm | 431 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 7.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 880 kg | 1300 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4130 mm | 4300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2510 mm |
