1973 Citroen GS vs. 1999 Porsche 996
To start off, 1999 Porsche 996 is newer by 26 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 3,387 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 Porsche 996 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Porsche 996 (296 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 189 more horse power than 1973 Citroen GS. (107 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Porsche 996 should accelerate faster than 1973 Citroen GS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Porsche 996 weights approximately 235 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 1999 Porsche 996 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1973 Citroen GS. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Porsche 996 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, 1999 Porsche 996 (357 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 220 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Citroen GS. (137 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1999 Porsche 996 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Citroen GS.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Citroen GS | 1999 Porsche 996 | |
| Make | Citroen | Porsche |
| Model | GS | 996 |
| Year Released | 1973 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1990 cc | 3387 cc |
| Engine Type | dual-disk rotary | in-line |
| Horse Power | 107 HP | 296 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 137 Nm | 357 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1140 kg | 1375 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4130 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2360 mm |
