1971 Citroen GS vs. 2004 Nissan R 390 GT1
To start off, 2004 Nissan R 390 GT1 is newer by 33 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. In terms of performance, 2004 Nissan R 390 GT1 (543 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 488 more horse power than 1971 Citroen GS. (55 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Nissan R 390 GT1 should accelerate faster than 1971 Citroen GS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Nissan R 390 GT1 weights approximately 208 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 2004 Nissan R 390 GT1 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 2004 Nissan R 390 GT1. 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, 2004 Nissan R 390 GT1 (637 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 565 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Citroen GS. (72 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2004 Nissan R 390 GT1 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Citroen GS.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Citroen GS | 2004 Nissan R 390 GT1 | |
| Make | Citroen | Nissan |
| Model | GS | R 390 GT1 |
| Year Released | 1971 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | V |
| Horse Power | 55 HP | 543 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 72 Nm | 637 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| 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 | 1098 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4130 mm | 4730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 2010 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1150 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2730 mm |
