1975 Citroen GS vs. 1981 Ferrari 308
To start off, 1981 Ferrari 308 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Citroen GS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Citroen GS would be higher. At 2,926 cc (8 cylinders), 1981 Ferrari 308 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1981 Ferrari 308 (238 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 183 more horse power than 1975 Citroen GS. (55 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1981 Ferrari 308 should accelerate faster than 1975 Citroen GS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Ferrari 308 weights approximately 390 kg more than 1975 Citroen GS. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1981 Ferrari 308 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 1981 Ferrari 308. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1975 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, 1981 Ferrari 308 (260 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 188 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Citroen GS. (72 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1981 Ferrari 308 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Citroen GS.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Citroen GS | 1981 Ferrari 308 | |
| Make | Citroen | Ferrari |
| Model | GS | 308 |
| Year Released | 1975 | 1981 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1014 cc | 2926 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | V |
| Horse Power | 55 HP | 238 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 72 Nm | 260 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 74 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 59 mm | 71 mm |
| 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 | 1280 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4130 mm | 4240 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1130 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2350 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 43 L | 74 L |
