1977 Citroen GS vs. 2010 Pagani Zonda
To start off, 2010 Pagani Zonda is newer by 33 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 7,300 cc (12 cylinders), 2010 Pagani Zonda is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Pagani Zonda (547 HP @ 6150 RPM) has 492 more horse power than 1977 Citroen GS. (55 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Pagani Zonda should accelerate faster than 1977 Citroen GS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Pagani Zonda weights approximately 340 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 2010 Pagani Zonda 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 2010 Pagani Zonda. 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, 2010 Pagani Zonda (759 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 687 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Citroen GS. (72 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2010 Pagani Zonda will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Citroen GS.
Compare all specifications:
| 1977 Citroen GS | 2010 Pagani Zonda | |
| Make | Citroen | Pagani |
| Model | GS | Zonda |
| Year Released | 1977 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1015 cc | 7300 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 55 HP | 547 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6150 RPM |
| Torque | 72 Nm | 759 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 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 | 1230 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4130 mm | 4435 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 2055 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1141 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2730 mm |
