1971 Citroen GS vs. 1968 Ferrari Dino
To start off, 1971 Citroen GS is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Ferrari Dino. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Ferrari Dino would be higher. At 1,987 cc (6 cylinders), 1968 Ferrari Dino is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Ferrari Dino (177 HP @ 8000 RPM) has 122 more horse power than 1971 Citroen GS. (55 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1968 Ferrari Dino should accelerate faster than 1971 Citroen GS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Ferrari Dino weights approximately 250 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 1968 Ferrari Dino 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 1968 Ferrari Dino. 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, 1968 Ferrari Dino (187 Nm @ 6500 RPM) has 115 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Citroen GS. (72 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1968 Ferrari Dino will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Citroen GS.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Citroen GS | 1968 Ferrari Dino | |
| Make | Citroen | Ferrari |
| Model | GS | Dino |
| Year Released | 1971 | 1968 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1015 cc | 1987 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 55 HP | 177 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 8000 RPM |
| Torque | 72 Nm | 187 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 74 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 59 mm | 57 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 890 kg | 1140 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4130 mm | 4150 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1070 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2410 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 43 L | 65 L |
