1973 Citroen GS vs. 2011 Buick Lucerne
To start off, 2011 Buick Lucerne is newer by 38 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 3,900 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Buick Lucerne is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Buick Lucerne (227 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 172 more horse power than 1973 Citroen GS. (55 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Buick Lucerne should accelerate faster than 1973 Citroen GS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Buick Lucerne weights approximately 836 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.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2011 Buick Lucerne (321 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 249 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Citroen GS. (72 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2011 Buick Lucerne will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Citroen GS.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Citroen GS | 2011 Buick Lucerne | |
| Make | Citroen | Buick |
| Model | GS | Lucerne |
| Year Released | 1973 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1015 cc | 3900 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 55 HP | 227 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 72 Nm | 321 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 890 kg | 1726 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4130 mm | 5161 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1875 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1473 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2936 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 43 L | 68 L |
