1975 Citroen GS vs. 1996 Ferrari 550
To start off, 1996 Ferrari 550 is newer by 21 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 5,474 cc (12 cylinders), 1996 Ferrari 550 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Ferrari 550 (485 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 430 more horse power than 1975 Citroen GS. (55 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Ferrari 550 should accelerate faster than 1975 Citroen GS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Ferrari 550 weights approximately 800 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 1996 Ferrari 550 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 1996 Ferrari 550. 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, 1996 Ferrari 550 (568 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 496 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Citroen GS. (72 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1996 Ferrari 550 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Citroen GS.
Compare all specifications:
1975 Citroen GS | 1996 Ferrari 550 | |
Make | Citroen | Ferrari |
Model | GS | 550 |
Year Released | 1975 | 1996 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1014 cc | 5474 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | boxer | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 55 HP | 485 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 7000 RPM |
Torque | 72 Nm | 568 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 74 mm | 88 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 59 mm | 75 mm |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 890 kg | 1690 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4130 mm | 4550 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1940 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1280 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2460 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 43 L | 114 L |