1956 Citroen 11 vs. 2011 Land Rover Range Rover
To start off, 2011 Land Rover Range Rover is newer by 55 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 Citroen 11. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Citroen 11 would be higher. At 5,000 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Land Rover Range Rover is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Land Rover Range Rover (510 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 455 more horse power than 1956 Citroen 11. (55 HP @ 3200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Land Rover Range Rover should accelerate faster than 1956 Citroen 11. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Land Rover Range Rover weights approximately 1477 kg more than 1956 Citroen 11. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2011 Land Rover Range Rover is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1956 Citroen 11. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Land Rover Range Rover 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. 2011 Land Rover Range Rover has automatic transmission and 1956 Citroen 11 has manual transmission. 1956 Citroen 11 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2011 Land Rover Range Rover will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1956 Citroen 11 | 2011 Land Rover Range Rover | |
| Make | Citroen | Land Rover |
| Model | 11 | Range Rover |
| Year Released | 1956 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1909 cc | 5000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 55 HP | 510 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1195 kg | 2672 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 4973 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 2035 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1590 mm | 1877 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3280 mm | 2891 mm |
