2007 Audi A6 vs. 1974 Citroen GS
To start off, 2007 Audi A6 is newer by 33 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 2,967 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Audi A6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Audi A6 (222 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 164 more horse power than 1974 Citroen GS. (58 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Audi A6 should accelerate faster than 1974 Citroen GS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Audi A6 weights approximately 823 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.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2007 Audi A6 (450 Nm @ 1400 RPM) has 363 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Citroen GS. (87 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 2007 Audi A6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Citroen GS.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Audi A6 | 1974 Citroen GS | |
| Make | Audi | Citroen |
| Model | A6 | GS |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1974 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2967 cc | 1220 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Horse Power | 222 HP | 58 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 450 Nm | 87 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1400 RPM | 3250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 77 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 91.4 mm | 65.6 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 17.0:1 | 8.2:1 |
| Top Speed | 243 km/hour | 148 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1765 kg | 942 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4130 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2560 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 43 L |
