1972 Citroen GS vs. 1986 Mercedes-Benz 560
To start off, 1986 Mercedes-Benz 560 is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Citroen GS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Citroen GS would be higher. At 5,547 cc (8 cylinders), 1986 Mercedes-Benz 560 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Mercedes-Benz 560 (295 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 240 more horse power than 1972 Citroen GS. (55 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1986 Mercedes-Benz 560 should accelerate faster than 1972 Citroen GS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Mercedes-Benz 560 weights approximately 890 kg more than 1972 Citroen GS. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1986 Mercedes-Benz 560 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 1986 Mercedes-Benz 560. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1972 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, 1986 Mercedes-Benz 560 (463 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 391 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Citroen GS. (72 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1986 Mercedes-Benz 560 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Citroen GS.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Citroen GS | 1986 Mercedes-Benz 560 | |
| Make | Citroen | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | GS | 560 |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1986 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1015 cc | 5547 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | V |
| Horse Power | 55 HP | 295 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 72 Nm | 463 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 74 mm | 96.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 59 mm | 94.8 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 890 kg | 1780 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4130 mm | 5170 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 2010 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 3080 mm |
