1971 Citroen GS vs. 2010 Porsche Cayman
To start off, 2010 Porsche Cayman is newer by 39 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 3,400 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Porsche Cayman is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Porsche Cayman (320 HP @ 7200 RPM) has 265 more horse power than 1971 Citroen GS. (55 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Porsche Cayman should accelerate faster than 1971 Citroen GS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Porsche Cayman weights approximately 460 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 2010 Porsche Cayman 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 2010 Porsche Cayman. 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, 2010 Porsche Cayman (370 Nm @ 4750 RPM) has 298 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Citroen GS. (72 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2010 Porsche Cayman will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Citroen GS.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Citroen GS | 2010 Porsche Cayman | |
| Make | Citroen | Porsche |
| Model | GS | Cayman |
| Year Released | 1971 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1015 cc | 3400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 55 HP | 320 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 7200 RPM |
| Torque | 72 Nm | 370 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4750 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 | 1350 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4130 mm | 4376 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1801 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1306 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2416 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 43 L | 64 L |
