2007 Audi S8 vs. 1974 Citroen GS
To start off, 2007 Audi S8 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 5,204 cc (10 cylinders), 2007 Audi S8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Audi S8 (444 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 386 more horse power than 1974 Citroen GS. (58 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Audi S8 should accelerate faster than 1974 Citroen GS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Audi S8 weights approximately 998 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 2007 Audi S8 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1974 Citroen GS. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Audi S8 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 S8 (540 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 453 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Citroen GS. (87 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 2007 Audi S8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Citroen GS.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Audi S8 | 1974 Citroen GS | |
| Make | Audi | Citroen |
| Model | S8 | GS |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1974 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5204 cc | 1220 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Horse Power | 444 HP | 58 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 540 Nm | 87 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84.5 mm | 77 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92.8 mm | 65.6 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 12.5:1 | 8.2:1 |
| Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 148 km/hour |
| Drive Type | AWD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1940 kg | 942 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5070 mm | 4130 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2560 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 43 L |
