1944 Citroen 15 vs. 1999 Porsche 911
To start off, 1999 Porsche 911 is newer by 55 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1944 Citroen 15. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1944 Citroen 15 would be higher. At 3,387 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Porsche 911 (296 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 220 more horse power than 1944 Citroen 15. (76 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1944 Citroen 15.
Because 1999 Porsche 911 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1944 Citroen 15. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Porsche 911 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, 1999 Porsche 911 (350 Nm) has 163 more torque (in Nm) than 1944 Citroen 15. (187 Nm). This means 1999 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1944 Citroen 15.
Compare all specifications:
1944 Citroen 15 | 1999 Porsche 911 | |
Make | Citroen | Porsche |
Model | 15 | 911 |
Year Released | 1944 | 1999 |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 2866 cc | 3387 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 76 HP | 296 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 187 Nm | 350 Nm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 6.2:1 | 11.3:1 |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4440 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1320 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3100 mm | 2360 mm |