1974 Citroen GS vs. 1959 Ferrari 250 GT
To start off, 1974 Citroen GS is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Ferrari 250 GT. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Ferrari 250 GT would be higher. At 2,952 cc (12 cylinders), 1959 Ferrari 250 GT is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1959 Ferrari 250 GT (238 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 180 more horse power than 1974 Citroen GS. (58 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1959 Ferrari 250 GT should accelerate faster than 1974 Citroen GS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Ferrari 250 GT weights approximately 300 kg more than 1974 Citroen GS. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1959 Ferrari 250 GT 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 1959 Ferrari 250 GT. 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, 1959 Ferrari 250 GT (262 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 174 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Citroen GS. (88 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 1959 Ferrari 250 GT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Citroen GS.
Compare all specifications:
1974 Citroen GS | 1959 Ferrari 250 GT | |
Make | Citroen | Ferrari |
Model | GS | 250 GT |
Year Released | 1974 | 1959 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1222 cc | 2952 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | boxer | V |
Horse Power | 58 HP | 238 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 7000 RPM |
Torque | 88 Nm | 262 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 77 mm | 73 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 65.6 mm | 58.8 mm |
Top Speed | 149 km/hour | 230 km/hour |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 940 kg | 1240 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4130 mm | 4710 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1720 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1350 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2610 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 43 L | 100 L |