1974 Citroen GS vs. 1998 Ferrari 456M
To start off, 1998 Ferrari 456M is newer by 24 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 5,473 cc (12 cylinders), 1998 Ferrari 456M is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Ferrari 456M (435 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 377 more horse power than 1974 Citroen GS. (58 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Ferrari 456M should accelerate faster than 1974 Citroen GS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Ferrari 456M weights approximately 765 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 1998 Ferrari 456M 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 1998 Ferrari 456M. 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, 1998 Ferrari 456M (550 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 462 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Citroen GS. (88 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 1998 Ferrari 456M will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Citroen GS.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Citroen GS | 1998 Ferrari 456M | |
| Make | Citroen | Ferrari |
| Model | GS | 456M |
| Year Released | 1974 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1222 cc | 5473 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | V |
| Horse Power | 58 HP | 435 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 6250 RPM |
| Torque | 88 Nm | 550 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 77 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 65.6 mm | 75 mm |
| Top Speed | 151 km/hour | 300 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 930 kg | 1695 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4130 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1930 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2590 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 43 L | 110 L |
