1974 Citroen GS vs. 2012 Mercedes-Benz R
To start off, 2012 Mercedes-Benz R 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 2,987 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Mercedes-Benz R is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Mercedes-Benz R (187 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 129 more horse power than 1974 Citroen GS. (58 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Mercedes-Benz R should accelerate faster than 1974 Citroen GS.
Because 2012 Mercedes-Benz R 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, 2012 Mercedes-Benz R 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, 2012 Mercedes-Benz R (440 Nm @ 1400 RPM) has 353 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Citroen GS. (87 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 2012 Mercedes-Benz R will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Citroen GS.
Compare all specifications:
1974 Citroen GS | 2012 Mercedes-Benz R | |
Make | Citroen | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | GS | R |
Year Released | 1974 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1220 cc | 2987 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | boxer | V |
Horse Power | 58 HP | 187 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Torque | 87 Nm | 440 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 1400 RPM |
Top Speed | 148 km/hour | 216 km/hour |
Drive Type | Front | AWD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 7-speed shiftable automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4130 mm | 5156 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1958 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1661 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 3216 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 43 L | 80 L |