1973 Citroen GS vs. 1998 Ferrari 355 Spider
To start off, 1998 Ferrari 355 Spider is newer by 25 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 3,494 cc (8 cylinders), 1998 Ferrari 355 Spider is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Ferrari 355 Spider (375 HP @ 8250 RPM) has 268 more horse power than 1973 Citroen GS. (107 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Ferrari 355 Spider should accelerate faster than 1973 Citroen GS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Ferrari 355 Spider weights approximately 550 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 1998 Ferrari 355 Spider 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 1998 Ferrari 355 Spider. 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, 1998 Ferrari 355 Spider (363 Nm) has 226 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Citroen GS. (137 Nm). This means 1998 Ferrari 355 Spider will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Citroen GS.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Citroen GS | 1998 Ferrari 355 Spider | |
| Make | Citroen | Ferrari |
| Model | GS | 355 Spider |
| Year Released | 1973 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1990 cc | 3494 cc |
| Engine Type | dual-disk rotary | V |
| Horse Power | 107 HP | 375 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 8250 RPM |
| Torque | 137 Nm | 363 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 11.0:1 |
| Top Speed | 175 km/hour | 294 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1140 kg | 1690 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4130 mm | 4260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1180 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2460 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 56 L | 110 L |
