1973 Citroen GS vs. 1996 Porsche 993
To start off, 1996 Porsche 993 is newer by 23 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 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 1996 Porsche 993 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Porsche 993 (282 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 175 more horse power than 1973 Citroen GS. (107 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Porsche 993 should accelerate faster than 1973 Citroen GS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Porsche 993 weights approximately 250 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 1996 Porsche 993 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 1996 Porsche 993. 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, 1996 Porsche 993 (342 Nm @ 5250 RPM) has 205 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Citroen GS. (137 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1996 Porsche 993 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Citroen GS.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Citroen GS | 1996 Porsche 993 | |
| Make | Citroen | Porsche |
| Model | GS | 993 |
| Year Released | 1973 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1990 cc | 3600 cc |
| Engine Type | dual-disk rotary | in-line |
| Horse Power | 107 HP | 282 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Torque | 137 Nm | 342 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1140 kg | 1390 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4130 mm | 4250 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2280 mm |
