1976 Citroen GS vs. 2011 Bugatti Veyron
To start off, 2011 Bugatti Veyron is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Citroen GS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Citroen GS would be higher. At 7,993 cc (16 cylinders), 2011 Bugatti Veyron is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Bugatti Veyron (1,184 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 1129 more horse power than 1976 Citroen GS. (55 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Bugatti Veyron should accelerate faster than 1976 Citroen GS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Bugatti Veyron weights approximately 997 kg more than 1976 Citroen GS. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2011 Bugatti Veyron is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1976 Citroen GS. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Bugatti Veyron 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, 2011 Bugatti Veyron (1,500 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 1428 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Citroen GS. (72 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2011 Bugatti Veyron will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Citroen GS.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Citroen GS | 2011 Bugatti Veyron | |
| Make | Citroen | Bugatti |
| Model | GS | Veyron |
| Year Released | 1976 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1015 cc | 7993 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 16 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | W |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 55 HP | 1184 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 72 Nm | 1500 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 74 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 59 mm | 86 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 890 kg | 1887 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4130 mm | 4470 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 2010 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1220 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2710 mm |
