2009 Acura TL vs. 1973 Citroen GS
To start off, 2009 Acura TL is newer by 36 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Citroen GS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Citroen GS would be higher. At 3,471 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Acura TL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Acura TL (276 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 221 more horse power than 1973 Citroen GS. (55 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Acura TL should accelerate faster than 1973 Citroen GS.
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, 2009 Acura TL (254 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 182 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Citroen GS. (72 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2009 Acura TL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Citroen GS.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Acura TL | 1973 Citroen GS | |
| Make | Acura | Citroen |
| Model | TL | GS |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1973 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3471 cc | 1015 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 276 HP | 55 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 254 Nm | 72 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4970 mm | 4130 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2560 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 43 L |
