1974 Citroen GS vs. 2004 Lincoln Town Car
To start off, 2004 Lincoln Town Car is newer by 30 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 4,603 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Lincoln Town Car is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Lincoln Town Car (239 HP) has 181 more horse power than 1974 Citroen GS. (58 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Lincoln Town Car should accelerate faster than 1974 Citroen GS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Lincoln Town Car weights approximately 1060 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 2004 Lincoln Town Car 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 2004 Lincoln Town Car. 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, 2004 Lincoln Town Car (389 Nm) has 302 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Citroen GS. (87 Nm). This means 2004 Lincoln Town Car will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Citroen GS.
Compare all specifications:
1974 Citroen GS | 2004 Lincoln Town Car | |
Make | Citroen | Lincoln |
Model | GS | Town Car |
Year Released | 1974 | 2004 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1220 cc | 4603 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | boxer | V |
Horse Power | 58 HP | 239 HP |
Torque | 87 Nm | 389 Nm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.2:1 | 9.4:1 |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 6 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 942 kg | 2002 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4130 mm | 5480 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1990 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1480 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 3000 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 43 L | 72 L |