1948 Citroen 2CV vs. 2008 Porsche 911
To start off, 2008 Porsche 911 is newer by 60 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1948 Citroen 2CV. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1948 Citroen 2CV would be higher. At 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Porsche 911 (405 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 396 more horse power than 1948 Citroen 2CV. (9 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1948 Citroen 2CV. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Porsche 911 weights approximately 858 kg more than 1948 Citroen 2CV. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 Porsche 911 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1948 Citroen 2CV. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 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, 2008 Porsche 911 (620 Nm @ 2700 RPM) has 597 more torque (in Nm) than 1948 Citroen 2CV. (23 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2008 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1948 Citroen 2CV.
Compare all specifications:
1948 Citroen 2CV | 2008 Porsche 911 | |
Make | Citroen | Porsche |
Model | 2CV | 911 |
Year Released | 1948 | 2008 |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 375 cc | 3600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | boxer | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 9 HP | 405 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 23 Nm | 620 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 2700 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 62 mm | 100 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 62 mm | 76.4 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 6.2:1 | 9.4:1 |
Top Speed | 63 km/hour | 310 km/hour |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 682 kg | 1540 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3780 mm | 4790 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1610 mm | 1710 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2360 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 20 L | 64 L |