1959 Citroen 2CV vs. 2006 Porsche 911
To start off, 2006 Porsche 911 is newer by 47 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 3,824 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Porsche 911 (350 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 338 more horse power than 1959 Citroen 2CV. (12 HP @ 3500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1959 Citroen 2CV. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Porsche 911 weights approximately 1000 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.
Because 2006 Porsche 911 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2006 Porsche 911. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1959 Citroen 2CV, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2006 Porsche 911 (400 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 375 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Citroen 2CV. (25 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2006 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Citroen 2CV. 2006 Porsche 911 has automatic transmission and 1959 Citroen 2CV has manual transmission. 1959 Citroen 2CV will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2006 Porsche 911 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Citroen 2CV | 2006 Porsche 911 | |
| Make | Citroen | Porsche |
| Model | 2CV | 911 |
| Year Released | 1959 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 423 cc | 3824 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | boxer |
| Horse Power | 12 HP | 350 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3500 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 25 Nm | 400 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 66 mm | 99 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 62 mm | 82.8 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 495 kg | 1495 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3790 mm | 4430 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1610 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2360 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 19 L | 64 L |
