1971 Citroen GS vs. 1969 Lamborghini Miura
To start off, 1971 Citroen GS is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Lamborghini Miura. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Lamborghini Miura would be higher. At 3,929 cc (12 cylinders), 1969 Lamborghini Miura is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1969 Lamborghini Miura (385 HP @ 7850 RPM) has 330 more horse power than 1971 Citroen GS. (55 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1969 Lamborghini Miura should accelerate faster than 1971 Citroen GS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1969 Lamborghini Miura weights approximately 410 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 1969 Lamborghini Miura 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 1969 Lamborghini Miura. 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, 1969 Lamborghini Miura (399 Nm @ 5750 RPM) has 327 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Citroen GS. (72 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1969 Lamborghini Miura will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Citroen GS.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Citroen GS | 1969 Lamborghini Miura | |
| Make | Citroen | Lamborghini |
| Model | GS | Miura |
| Year Released | 1971 | 1969 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1015 cc | 3929 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 55 HP | 385 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 7850 RPM |
| Torque | 72 Nm | 399 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 74 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 59 mm | 62 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 | 1300 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4130 mm | 4400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1070 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2510 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 43 L | 77 L |
