1971 Citroen GS vs. 1966 Maserati Quattroporte
To start off, 1971 Citroen GS is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Maserati Quattroporte. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Maserati Quattroporte would be higher. At 4,136 cc (8 cylinders), 1966 Maserati Quattroporte is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1966 Maserati Quattroporte (256 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 201 more horse power than 1971 Citroen GS. (55 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1966 Maserati Quattroporte should accelerate faster than 1971 Citroen GS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1966 Maserati Quattroporte weights approximately 810 kg more than 1971 Citroen GS. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1966 Maserati Quattroporte 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 1966 Maserati Quattroporte. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1971 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, 1966 Maserati Quattroporte (362 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 290 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Citroen GS. (72 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1966 Maserati Quattroporte will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Citroen GS.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Citroen GS | 1966 Maserati Quattroporte | |
| Make | Citroen | Maserati |
| Model | GS | Quattroporte |
| Year Released | 1971 | 1966 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1015 cc | 4136 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 55 HP | 256 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 72 Nm | 362 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 890 kg | 1700 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4130 mm | 4990 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2760 mm |
