1955 Citroen 15 vs. 2007 Porsche 911
To start off, 2007 Porsche 911 is newer by 52 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1955 Citroen 15. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1955 Citroen 15 would be higher. At 3,594 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Porsche 911 (321 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 245 more horse power than 1955 Citroen 15. (76 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1955 Citroen 15. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Porsche 911 weights approximately 100 kg more than 1955 Citroen 15. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 Porsche 911 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 2007 Porsche 911. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1955 Citroen 15, 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. Let's talk about torque, 2007 Porsche 911 (370 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 183 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 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 1955 Citroen 15.
Compare all specifications:
1955 Citroen 15 | 2007 Porsche 911 | |
Make | Citroen | Porsche |
Model | 15 | 911 |
Year Released | 1955 | 2007 |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 2866 cc | 3594 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 76 HP | 321 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 6800 RPM |
Torque | 187 Nm | 370 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 96 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 100 mm | 82.8 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1325 kg | 1425 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4440 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1310 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3100 mm | 2360 mm |