1974 Citroen GS vs. 2012 Ferrari 458 Italia
To start off, 2012 Ferrari 458 Italia is newer by 38 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 4,500 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Ferrari 458 Italia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Ferrari 458 Italia (570 HP @ 9000 RPM) has 515 more horse power than 1974 Citroen GS. (55 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Ferrari 458 Italia should accelerate faster than 1974 Citroen GS.
Because 2012 Ferrari 458 Italia 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 2012 Ferrari 458 Italia. 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, 2012 Ferrari 458 Italia (539 Nm @ 6000 RPM) has 467 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Citroen GS. (72 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2012 Ferrari 458 Italia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Citroen GS.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Citroen GS | 2012 Ferrari 458 Italia | |
| Make | Citroen | Ferrari |
| Model | GS | 458 Italia |
| Year Released | 1974 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1015 cc | 4500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 55 HP | 570 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 9000 RPM |
| Torque | 72 Nm | 539 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4130 mm | 4526 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1938 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2649 mm |
