1956 Citroen 15 vs. 2012 Porsche Panamera
To start off, 2012 Porsche Panamera is newer by 56 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 Citroen 15. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Citroen 15 would be higher. At 4,806 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Porsche Panamera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Porsche Panamera (500 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 424 more horse power than 1956 Citroen 15. (76 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Porsche Panamera should accelerate faster than 1956 Citroen 15. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Porsche Panamera weights approximately 645 kg more than 1956 Citroen 15. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2012 Porsche Panamera is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1956 Citroen 15. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Porsche Panamera 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, 2012 Porsche Panamera (699 Nm @ 2250 RPM) has 512 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Citroen 15. (187 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2012 Porsche Panamera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Citroen 15. 2012 Porsche Panamera has automatic transmission and 1956 Citroen 15 has manual transmission. 1956 Citroen 15 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 Porsche Panamera will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1956 Citroen 15 | 2012 Porsche Panamera | |
| Make | Citroen | Porsche |
| Model | 15 | Panamera |
| Year Released | 1956 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2867 cc | 4806 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 76 HP | 500 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 187 Nm | 699 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 7-speed automated manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1325 kg | 1970 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4968 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1931 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1408 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3100 mm | 2920 mm |
