1974 Citroen GS vs. 2009 Volkswagen CC
To start off, 2009 Volkswagen CC is newer by 35 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 3,597 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Volkswagen CC is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Volkswagen CC (280 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 222 more horse power than 1974 Citroen GS. (58 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Volkswagen CC should accelerate faster than 1974 Citroen GS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Volkswagen CC weights approximately 454 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.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2009 Volkswagen CC (359 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 272 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Citroen GS. (87 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 2009 Volkswagen CC will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Citroen GS.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Citroen GS | 2009 Volkswagen CC | |
| Make | Citroen | Volkswagen |
| Model | GS | CC |
| Year Released | 1974 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1220 cc | 3597 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | V |
| Horse Power | 58 HP | 280 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 87 Nm | 359 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.2:1 | 18.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 942 kg | 1396 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4130 mm | 4800 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2720 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 43 L | 70 L |
