1972 Citroen GS vs. 2012 Lexus LFA
To start off, 2012 Lexus LFA is newer by 40 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 4,800 cc (10 cylinders), 2012 Lexus LFA is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Lexus LFA (552 HP @ 8700 RPM) has 497 more horse power than 1972 Citroen GS. (55 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Lexus LFA should accelerate faster than 1972 Citroen GS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Lexus LFA weights approximately 590 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 2012 Lexus LFA 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 2012 Lexus LFA. 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, 2012 Lexus LFA (479 Nm @ 6800 RPM) has 407 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Citroen GS. (72 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2012 Lexus LFA will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Citroen GS.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Citroen GS | 2012 Lexus LFA | |
| Make | Citroen | Lexus |
| Model | GS | LFA |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1015 cc | 4800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 10 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 55 HP | 552 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 8700 RPM |
| Torque | 72 Nm | 479 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 6800 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 | 1480 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4130 mm | 4506 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1895 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1219 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2606 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 43 L | 73 L |
