1974 Citroen GS vs. 1994 Ferrari 512 TR
To start off, 1994 Ferrari 512 TR is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Citroen GS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Citroen GS would be higher. At 4,943 cc, 1994 Ferrari 512 TR is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Ferrari 512 TR (423 HP @ 6750 RPM) has 365 more horse power than 1974 Citroen GS. (58 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1994 Ferrari 512 TR should accelerate faster than 1974 Citroen GS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Ferrari 512 TR weights approximately 640 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 1994 Ferrari 512 TR 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 1994 Ferrari 512 TR. 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, 1994 Ferrari 512 TR (501 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 413 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Citroen GS. (88 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 1994 Ferrari 512 TR will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Citroen GS.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Citroen GS | 1994 Ferrari 512 TR | |
| Make | Citroen | Ferrari |
| Model | GS | 512 TR |
| Year Released | 1974 | 1994 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1222 cc | 4943 cc |
| Horse Power | 58 HP | 423 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 6750 RPM |
| Torque | 88 Nm | 501 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 77 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 65.6 mm | 78 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 930 kg | 1570 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4130 mm | 4490 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1980 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1140 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2560 mm |
