1974 Citroen GS vs. 1951 Ferrari 212
To start off, 1974 Citroen GS is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1951 Ferrari 212. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1951 Ferrari 212 would be higher. At 2,562 cc (12 cylinders), 1951 Ferrari 212 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1951 Ferrari 212 (140 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 82 more horse power than 1974 Citroen GS. (58 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1951 Ferrari 212 should accelerate faster than 1974 Citroen GS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Citroen GS weights approximately 16 kg more than 1951 Ferrari 212.
Because 1951 Ferrari 212 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 1951 Ferrari 212. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1974 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, 1951 Ferrari 212 (216 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 128 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Citroen GS. (88 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 1951 Ferrari 212 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Citroen GS.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Citroen GS | 1951 Ferrari 212 | |
| Make | Citroen | Ferrari |
| Model | GS | 212 |
| Year Released | 1974 | 1951 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1222 cc | 2562 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | V |
| Horse Power | 58 HP | 140 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 88 Nm | 216 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 77 mm | 68 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 65.6 mm | 58.8 mm |
| Top Speed | 149 km/hour | 193 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 940 kg | 924 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4130 mm | 3720 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1570 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1090 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2260 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 43 L | 159 L |
