1974 Citroen GS vs. 1967 Mercury Brougham
To start off, 1974 Citroen GS is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Mercury Brougham. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Mercury Brougham would be higher. At 6,990 cc (8 cylinders), 1967 Mercury Brougham is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1967 Mercury Brougham (340 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 282 more horse power than 1974 Citroen GS. (58 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1967 Mercury Brougham should accelerate faster than 1974 Citroen GS.
Because 1967 Mercury Brougham 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 1967 Mercury Brougham. 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, 1967 Mercury Brougham (627 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 540 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Citroen GS. (87 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 1967 Mercury Brougham will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Citroen GS.
Compare all specifications:
1974 Citroen GS | 1967 Mercury Brougham | |
Make | Citroen | Mercury |
Model | GS | Brougham |
Year Released | 1974 | 1967 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1220 cc | 6990 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | boxer | V |
Horse Power | 58 HP | 340 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Torque | 87 Nm | 627 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Vehicle Length | 4130 mm | 5560 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1990 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 3130 mm |