1959 Citroen 2CV vs. 2004 Porsche Carrera GT
To start off, 2004 Porsche Carrera GT is newer by 45 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Citroen 2CV. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Citroen 2CV would be higher. At 5,736 cc (10 cylinders), 2004 Porsche Carrera GT is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Porsche Carrera GT (605 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 592 more horse power than 1959 Citroen 2CV. (13 HP @ 3500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Porsche Carrera GT should accelerate faster than 1959 Citroen 2CV. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Porsche Carrera GT weights approximately 780 kg more than 1959 Citroen 2CV. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2004 Porsche Carrera GT (591 Nm) has 567 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Citroen 2CV. (24 Nm). This means 2004 Porsche Carrera GT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Citroen 2CV.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Citroen 2CV | 2004 Porsche Carrera GT | |
| Make | Citroen | Porsche |
| Model | 2CV | Carrera GT |
| Year Released | 1959 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 425 cc | 5736 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 10 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | V |
| Horse Power | 13 HP | 605 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 24 Nm | 591 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 66 mm | 98 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 62 mm | 76 mm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 600 kg | 1380 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3610 mm | 4620 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1930 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1170 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2740 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 19 L | 92 L |
