2007 Audi S6 vs. 1975 Citroen GS
To start off, 2007 Audi S6 is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Citroen GS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Citroen GS would be higher. At 5,204 cc (10 cylinders), 2007 Audi S6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Audi S6 (436 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 381 more horse power than 1975 Citroen GS. (55 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Audi S6 should accelerate faster than 1975 Citroen GS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Audi S6 weights approximately 870 kg more than 1975 Citroen GS. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 Audi S6 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1975 Citroen GS. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Audi S6 will offer significantly more control. 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 S6 (540 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 468 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Citroen GS. (72 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2007 Audi S6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Citroen GS.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Audi S6 | 1975 Citroen GS | |
Make | Audi | Citroen |
Model | S6 | GS |
Year Released | 2007 | 1975 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5204 cc | 1014 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 436 HP | 55 HP |
Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 540 Nm | 72 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84.5 mm | 74 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 92.8 mm | 59 mm |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1760 kg | 890 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4130 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1620 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1360 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2560 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 43 L |