1971 Citroen GS vs. 1993 Porsche 911
To start off, 1993 Porsche 911 is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Citroen GS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Citroen GS would be higher. At 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 1993 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Porsche 911 (272 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 217 more horse power than 1971 Citroen GS. (55 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1971 Citroen GS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Porsche 911 weights approximately 530 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 1993 Porsche 911 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1971 Citroen GS. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1993 Porsche 911 will offer significantly more control. 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, 1993 Porsche 911 (330 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 258 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Citroen GS. (72 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1993 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Citroen GS.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Citroen GS | 1993 Porsche 911 | |
| Make | Citroen | Porsche |
| Model | GS | 911 |
| Year Released | 1971 | 1993 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1015 cc | 3600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 55 HP | 272 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Torque | 72 Nm | 330 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 74 mm | 100.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 59 mm | 76.4 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 890 kg | 1420 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4130 mm | 4250 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2280 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 43 L | 73 L |
