2008 Audi Q7 vs. 1976 Citroen GS
To start off, 2008 Audi Q7 is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Citroen GS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Citroen GS would be higher. At 2,967 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Audi Q7 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Audi Q7 (230 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 175 more horse power than 1976 Citroen GS. (55 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Audi Q7 should accelerate faster than 1976 Citroen GS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Audi Q7 weights approximately 1405 kg more than 1976 Citroen GS. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 Audi Q7 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1976 Citroen GS. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Audi Q7 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, 2008 Audi Q7 (500 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 428 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Citroen GS. (72 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2008 Audi Q7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Citroen GS.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Audi Q7 | 1976 Citroen GS | |
| Make | Audi | Citroen |
| Model | Q7 | GS |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1976 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2967 cc | 1015 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 230 HP | 55 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 500 Nm | 72 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2295 kg | 890 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5090 mm | 4130 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3010 mm | 2560 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 43 L |
