1944 Citroen 7 vs. 2012 Porsche 911
To start off, 2012 Porsche 911 is newer by 68 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 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Porsche 911 (345 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 310 more horse power than 1944 Citroen 7. (35 HP @ 3200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1944 Citroen 7. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Porsche 911 weights approximately 580 kg more than 1944 Citroen 7. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2012 Porsche 911 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1944 Citroen 7. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 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.
Compare all specifications:
1944 Citroen 7 | 2012 Porsche 911 | |
Make | Citroen | Porsche |
Model | 7 | 911 |
Year Released | 1944 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 1529 cc | 3600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 35 HP | 345 HP |
Engine RPM | 3200 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 900 kg | 1480 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 4465 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1808 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1311 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2920 mm | 2350 mm |