1974 Citroen GS vs. 2007 Mercedes-Benz SL
To start off, 2007 Mercedes-Benz SL is newer by 33 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 5,980 cc (12 cylinders), 2007 Mercedes-Benz SL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Mercedes-Benz SL (616 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 561 more horse power than 1974 Citroen GS. (55 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Mercedes-Benz SL should accelerate faster than 1974 Citroen GS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Mercedes-Benz SL 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 2007 Mercedes-Benz SL 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 2007 Mercedes-Benz SL. 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, 2007 Mercedes-Benz SL (500 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 428 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Citroen GS. (72 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2007 Mercedes-Benz SL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Citroen GS.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Citroen GS | 2007 Mercedes-Benz SL | |
| Make | Citroen | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | GS | SL |
| Year Released | 1974 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1015 cc | 5980 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 55 HP | 616 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 72 Nm | 500 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 890 kg | 1950 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4130 mm | 4540 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1300 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1830 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2570 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 43 L | 90 L |
