1975 Citroen GS vs. 2004 TVR Speed 12
To start off, 2004 TVR Speed 12 is newer by 29 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 7,730 cc (12 cylinders), 2004 TVR Speed 12 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 TVR Speed 12 (791 HP @ 7750 RPM) has 736 more horse power than 1975 Citroen GS. (55 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 TVR Speed 12 should accelerate faster than 1975 Citroen GS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 TVR Speed 12 weights approximately 110 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 2004 TVR Speed 12 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 2004 TVR Speed 12. 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, 2004 TVR Speed 12 (881 Nm @ 5750 RPM) has 809 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Citroen GS. (72 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2004 TVR Speed 12 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Citroen GS.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Citroen GS | 2004 TVR Speed 12 | |
| Make | Citroen | TVR |
| Model | GS | Speed 12 |
| Year Released | 1975 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1014 cc | 7730 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 55 HP | 791 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 7750 RPM |
| Torque | 72 Nm | 881 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| 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 | 1000 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4130 mm | 4310 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1970 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1110 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2570 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 43 L | 57 L |
