1977 Citroen GS vs. 1999 Ferrari F355
To start off, 1999 Ferrari F355 is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Citroen GS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Citroen GS would be higher. At 3,589 cc (8 cylinders), 1999 Ferrari F355 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Ferrari F355 (396 HP @ 8500 RPM) has 341 more horse power than 1977 Citroen GS. (55 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Ferrari F355 should accelerate faster than 1977 Citroen GS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Ferrari F355 weights approximately 520 kg more than 1977 Citroen GS. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1999 Ferrari F355 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 1999 Ferrari F355. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1977 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, 1999 Ferrari F355 (373 Nm) has 301 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Citroen GS. (72 Nm). This means 1999 Ferrari F355 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Citroen GS.
Compare all specifications:
| 1977 Citroen GS | 1999 Ferrari F355 | |
| Make | Citroen | Ferrari |
| Model | GS | F355 |
| Year Released | 1977 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1015 cc | 3589 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 5 valves |
| Horse Power | 55 HP | 396 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 8500 RPM |
| Torque | 72 Nm | 373 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 890 kg | 1410 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4130 mm | 4260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1180 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2460 mm |
