1972 Citroen GS vs. 2005 Ford F-150
To start off, 2005 Ford F-150 is newer by 33 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 5,408 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Ford F-150 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Ford F-150 (300 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 245 more horse power than 1972 Citroen GS. (55 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Ford F-150 should accelerate faster than 1972 Citroen GS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Ford F-150 weights approximately 1609 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 2005 Ford F-150 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1972 Citroen GS. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Ford F-150 will offer significantly more control. 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, 2005 Ford F-150 (496 Nm) has 424 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Citroen GS. (72 Nm). This means 2005 Ford F-150 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Citroen GS.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Citroen GS | 2005 Ford F-150 | |
| Make | Citroen | Ford |
| Model | GS | F-150 |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1015 cc | 5408 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 55 HP | 300 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 72 Nm | 496 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 74 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 59 mm | 106 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 6 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 890 kg | 2499 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4130 mm | 5540 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 2010 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1940 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 3370 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 43 L | 98 L |
