1974 Citroen GS vs. 2011 Volkswagen Phaeton
To start off, 2011 Volkswagen Phaeton is newer by 37 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 3,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Volkswagen Phaeton is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Volkswagen Phaeton (237 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 179 more horse power than 1974 Citroen GS. (58 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Volkswagen Phaeton should accelerate faster than 1974 Citroen GS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Volkswagen Phaeton weights approximately 1373 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 2011 Volkswagen Phaeton is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1974 Citroen GS. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Volkswagen Phaeton 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, 2011 Volkswagen Phaeton (500 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 413 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Citroen GS. (87 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 2011 Volkswagen Phaeton will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Citroen GS.
Compare all specifications:
1974 Citroen GS | 2011 Volkswagen Phaeton | |
Make | Citroen | Volkswagen |
Model | GS | Phaeton |
Year Released | 1974 | 2011 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1220 cc | 3000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | boxer | V |
Horse Power | 58 HP | 237 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 87 Nm | 500 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 1600 RPM |
Top Speed | 148 km/hour | 237 km/hour |
Drive Type | Front | AWD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed automated manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 942 kg | 2315 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4130 mm | 5179 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1903 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1901 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 3001 mm |