1958 Citroen 2CV vs. 2008 Porsche 911
To start off, 2008 Porsche 911 is newer by 50 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Citroen 2CV. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Citroen 2CV would be higher. At 3,596 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Porsche 911 weights approximately 680 kg more than 1958 Citroen 2CV.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2008 Porsche 911 (370 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 320 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Citroen 2CV. (50 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2008 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Citroen 2CV.
Compare all specifications:
1958 Citroen 2CV | 2008 Porsche 911 | |
Make | Citroen | Porsche |
Model | 2CV | 911 |
Year Released | 1958 | 2008 |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 850 cc | 3596 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | boxer | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 24 HP | 0 HP |
Torque | 50 Nm | 370 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 735 kg | 1415 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3790 mm | 4430 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1320 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2360 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 19 L | 67 L |