1971 Citroen GS vs. 2006 Lincoln LS
To start off, 2006 Lincoln LS is newer by 35 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 3,933 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Lincoln LS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Lincoln LS (280 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 225 more horse power than 1971 Citroen GS. (55 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Lincoln LS should accelerate faster than 1971 Citroen GS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Lincoln LS weights approximately 821 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 2006 Lincoln LS 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 2006 Lincoln LS. 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, 2006 Lincoln LS (388 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 316 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Citroen GS. (72 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2006 Lincoln LS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Citroen GS.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Citroen GS | 2006 Lincoln LS | |
| Make | Citroen | Lincoln |
| Model | GS | LS |
| Year Released | 1971 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1015 cc | 3933 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 55 HP | 280 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 72 Nm | 388 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 | 1711 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4130 mm | 4940 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2910 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 43 L | 68 L |
