1979 Citroen GSA vs. 1998 Ferrari 355 TS
To start off, 1998 Ferrari 355 TS is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Citroen GSA. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Citroen GSA would be higher. At 3,496 cc, 1998 Ferrari 355 TS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Ferrari 355 TS (377 HP @ 8250 RPM) has 314 more horse power than 1979 Citroen GSA. (63 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Ferrari 355 TS should accelerate faster than 1979 Citroen GSA. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Ferrari 355 TS weights approximately 750 kg more than 1979 Citroen GSA. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1998 Ferrari 355 TS (363 Nm) has 265 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Citroen GSA. (98 Nm). This means 1998 Ferrari 355 TS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Citroen GSA.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Citroen GSA | 1998 Ferrari 355 TS | |
| Make | Citroen | Ferrari |
| Model | GSA | 355 TS |
| Year Released | 1979 | 1998 |
| Engine Size | 1299 cc | 3496 cc |
| Horse Power | 63 HP | 377 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 8250 RPM |
| Torque | 98 Nm | 363 Nm |
| Vehicle Weight | 940 kg | 1690 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2600 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 43 L | 110 L |
