1974 Citroen GS vs. 1997 Porsche 911
To start off, 1997 Porsche 911 is newer by 23 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 3,164 cc (6 cylinders), 1997 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Porsche 911 (537 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 479 more horse power than 1974 Citroen GS. (58 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1974 Citroen GS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Porsche 911 weights approximately 220 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 1997 Porsche 911 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 1997 Porsche 911. 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, 1997 Porsche 911 (600 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 512 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Citroen GS. (88 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 1997 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Citroen GS.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Citroen GS | 1997 Porsche 911 | |
| Make | Citroen | Porsche |
| Model | GS | 911 |
| Year Released | 1974 | 1997 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1222 cc | 3164 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | boxer |
| Horse Power | 58 HP | 537 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 88 Nm | 600 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 77 mm | 95 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 65.6 mm | 74.4 mm |
| Top Speed | 151 km/hour | 280 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 930 kg | 1150 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4130 mm | 4710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1960 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1170 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2280 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 43 L | 100 L |
