1971 Citroen GS vs. 2007 Ford E-250
To start off, 2007 Ford E-250 is newer by 36 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 4,604 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Ford E-250 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Ford E-250 (225 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 170 more horse power than 1971 Citroen GS. (55 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Ford E-250 should accelerate faster than 1971 Citroen GS.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 Ford E-250 (388 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 316 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Citroen GS. (72 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2007 Ford E-250 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Citroen GS.
Compare all specifications:
1971 Citroen GS | 2007 Ford E-250 | |
Make | Citroen | Ford |
Model | GS | E-250 |
Year Released | 1971 | 2007 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1015 cc | 4604 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | boxer | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 55 HP | 225 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 72 Nm | 388 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 74 mm | 90 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 59 mm | 90 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4130 mm | 5900 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 2020 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 2140 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 3510 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 43 L | 132 L |