1956 Citroen ID 19 vs. 2011 Porsche 911
To start off, 2011 Porsche 911 is newer by 55 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 Citroen ID 19. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Citroen ID 19 would be higher. At 3,800 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Porsche 911 (500 HP) has 434 more horse power than 1956 Citroen ID 19. (66 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1956 Citroen ID 19. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Porsche 911 weights approximately 411 kg more than 1956 Citroen ID 19. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2011 Porsche 911 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1956 Citroen ID 19. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 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, 2011 Porsche 911 (650 Nm @ 1950 RPM) has 517 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Citroen ID 19. (133 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2011 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Citroen ID 19.
Compare all specifications:
1956 Citroen ID 19 | 2011 Porsche 911 | |
Make | Citroen | Porsche |
Model | ID 19 | 911 |
Year Released | 1956 | 2011 |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 1911 cc | 3800 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Horse Power | 66 HP | 500 HP |
Torque | 133 Nm | 650 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 1950 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1234 kg | 1645 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4478 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1852 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1300 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3130 mm | 2350 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 67 L |