1973 Citroen GS vs. 1979 Ferrari 308
To start off, 1979 Ferrari 308 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Citroen GS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Citroen GS would be higher. At 2,927 cc (8 cylinders), 1979 Ferrari 308 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Ferrari 308 (240 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 134 more horse power than 1973 Citroen GS. (106 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1979 Ferrari 308 should accelerate faster than 1973 Citroen GS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Ferrari 308 weights approximately 110 kg more than 1973 Citroen GS. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1979 Ferrari 308 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 1979 Ferrari 308. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1973 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, 1979 Ferrari 308 (260 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 122 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Citroen GS. (138 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1979 Ferrari 308 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Citroen GS.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Citroen GS | 1979 Ferrari 308 | |
| Make | Citroen | Ferrari |
| Model | GS | 308 |
| Year Released | 1973 | 1979 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1990 cc | 2927 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 106 HP | 240 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 138 Nm | 260 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1170 kg | 1280 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4130 mm | 4390 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1130 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2350 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 56 L | 74 L |
