2005 Aston Martin V8 Vantage vs. 1974 Citroen GS
To start off, 2005 Aston Martin V8 Vantage is newer by 31 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 4,280 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Aston Martin V8 Vantage is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Aston Martin V8 Vantage (379 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 321 more horse power than 1974 Citroen GS. (58 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Aston Martin V8 Vantage should accelerate faster than 1974 Citroen GS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Aston Martin V8 Vantage weights approximately 640 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 2005 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 2005 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, 2005 Aston Martin V8 Vantage (410 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 322 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Citroen GS. (88 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 2005 Aston Martin V8 Vantage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Citroen GS.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Aston Martin V8 Vantage | 1974 Citroen GS | |
Make | Aston Martin | Citroen |
Model | V8 Vantage | GS |
Year Released | 2005 | 1974 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4280 cc | 1222 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | boxer |
Horse Power | 379 HP | 58 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5750 RPM |
Torque | 410 Nm | 88 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3250 RPM |
Top Speed | 275 km/hour | 151 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1570 kg | 930 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 4130 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1610 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1360 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2560 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 77 L | 43 L |