2009 Aston Martin V8 Vantage vs. 1973 Citroen GS
To start off, 2009 Aston Martin V8 Vantage 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 4,700 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Aston Martin V8 Vantage is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Aston Martin V8 Vantage (420 HP @ 7300 RPM) has 365 more horse power than 1973 Citroen GS. (55 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Aston Martin V8 Vantage should accelerate faster than 1973 Citroen GS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Aston Martin V8 Vantage weights approximately 755 kg more than 1973 Citroen GS. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Aston Martin V8 Vantage is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2009 Aston Martin V8 Vantage. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1973 Citroen GS, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 Aston Martin V8 Vantage (469 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 397 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Citroen GS. (72 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2009 Aston Martin V8 Vantage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Citroen GS.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Aston Martin V8 Vantage | 1973 Citroen GS | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Citroen |
| Model | V8 Vantage | GS |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1973 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4700 cc | 1015 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 420 HP | 55 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7300 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 469 Nm | 72 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 89.1 mm | 74 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 59 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1645 kg | 890 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 4130 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2560 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 77 L | 43 L |
