1991 Aston Martin V8 Zagato vs. 1974 Citroen GS
To start off, 1991 Aston Martin V8 Zagato is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Citroen GS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Citroen GS would be higher. At 5,340 cc (8 cylinders), 1991 Aston Martin V8 Zagato is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Aston Martin V8 Zagato (432 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 374 more horse power than 1974 Citroen GS. (58 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1991 Aston Martin V8 Zagato should accelerate faster than 1974 Citroen GS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Aston Martin V8 Zagato weights approximately 880 kg more than 1974 Citroen GS. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1991 Aston Martin V8 Zagato 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 1991 Aston Martin V8 Zagato. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1974 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, 1991 Aston Martin V8 Zagato (534 Nm @ 5100 RPM) has 446 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Citroen GS. (88 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 1991 Aston Martin V8 Zagato will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Citroen GS.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Aston Martin V8 Zagato | 1974 Citroen GS | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Citroen |
| Model | V8 Zagato | GS |
| Year Released | 1991 | 1974 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5340 cc | 1222 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Horse Power | 432 HP | 58 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 534 Nm | 88 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5100 RPM | 3250 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1820 kg | 940 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 4130 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2560 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 113 L | 43 L |
