1994 Aston Martin V8 Vantage vs. 1974 Citroen GS
To start off, 1994 Aston Martin V8 Vantage is newer by 20 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), 1994 Aston Martin V8 Vantage is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Aston Martin V8 Vantage (543 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 485 more horse power than 1974 Citroen GS. (58 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 Aston Martin V8 Vantage should accelerate faster than 1974 Citroen GS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Aston Martin V8 Vantage weights approximately 1048 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 1994 Aston Martin V8 Vantage 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 1994 Aston Martin V8 Vantage. 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, 1994 Aston Martin V8 Vantage (745 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 658 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Citroen GS. (87 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 1994 Aston Martin V8 Vantage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Citroen GS. 1974 Citroen GS has automatic transmission and 1994 Aston Martin V8 Vantage has manual transmission. 1994 Aston Martin V8 Vantage will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1974 Citroen GS will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Aston Martin V8 Vantage | 1974 Citroen GS | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Citroen |
| Model | V8 Vantage | GS |
| Year Released | 1994 | 1974 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5340 cc | 1220 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Horse Power | 543 HP | 58 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 745 Nm | 87 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 100.1 mm | 77 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 85 mm | 65.6 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.2:1 | 8.2:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1990 kg | 942 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4750 mm | 4130 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2560 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 105 L | 43 L |
