1974 Citroen GS vs. 2005 Porsche 911
To start off, 2005 Porsche 911 is newer by 31 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 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Porsche 911 (445 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 387 more horse power than 1974 Citroen GS. (58 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1974 Citroen GS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Porsche 911 weights approximately 660 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 2005 Porsche 911 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1974 Citroen GS. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Porsche 911 will offer significantly more control. 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, 2005 Porsche 911 (620 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 532 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Citroen GS. (88 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 2005 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 | 2005 Porsche 911 | |
Make | Citroen | Porsche |
Model | GS | 911 |
Year Released | 1974 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 1222 cc | 3600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | boxer | boxer |
Horse Power | 58 HP | 445 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5700 RPM |
Torque | 88 Nm | 620 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 77 mm | 100 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 65.6 mm | 76.4 mm |
Top Speed | 151 km/hour | 307 km/hour |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 930 kg | 1590 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4130 mm | 4440 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1300 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2360 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 43 L | 64 L |