1953 Citroen 15 vs. 2007 Porsche 911
To start off, 2007 Porsche 911 is newer by 54 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1953 Citroen 15. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1953 Citroen 15 would be higher. At 3,605 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Porsche 911 (481 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 405 more horse power than 1953 Citroen 15. (76 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1953 Citroen 15.
Because 2007 Porsche 911 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1953 Citroen 15. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 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, 2007 Porsche 911 (624 Nm @ 1950 RPM) has 437 more torque (in Nm) than 1953 Citroen 15. (187 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2007 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1953 Citroen 15.
Compare all specifications:
1953 Citroen 15 | 2007 Porsche 911 | |
Make | Citroen | Porsche |
Model | 15 | 911 |
Year Released | 1953 | 2007 |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 2866 cc | 3605 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 76 HP | 481 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 187 Nm | 624 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 1950 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 100 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 100 mm | 76 mm |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4460 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1310 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3100 mm | 2360 mm |