1944 Citroen 7 vs. 1959 Porsche 356
To start off, 1959 Porsche 356 is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1944 Citroen 7. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1944 Citroen 7 would be higher. At 1,529 cc (4 cylinders), 1944 Citroen 7 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1959 Porsche 356 (100 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 65 more horse power than 1944 Citroen 7. (35 HP @ 3200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1959 Porsche 356 should accelerate faster than 1944 Citroen 7. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1944 Citroen 7 weights approximately 45 kg more than 1959 Porsche 356.
Because 1959 Porsche 356 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 1959 Porsche 356. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1944 Citroen 7, 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1944 Citroen 7 | 1959 Porsche 356 | |
| Make | Citroen | Porsche |
| Model | 7 | 356 |
| Year Released | 1944 | 1959 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1529 cc | 1498 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 35 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3200 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 900 kg | 855 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 3960 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2920 mm | 2110 mm |
