1962 Citroen 2CV vs. 2004 Porsche 911
To start off, 2004 Porsche 911 is newer by 42 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 Citroen 2CV. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 Citroen 2CV would be higher. At 3,596 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Porsche 911 (315 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 305 more horse power than 1962 Citroen 2CV. (10 HP @ 3500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1962 Citroen 2CV. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Porsche 911 weights approximately 847 kg more than 1962 Citroen 2CV. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2004 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 2004 Porsche 911. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1962 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, 2004 Porsche 911 (370 Nm) has 348 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Citroen 2CV. (22 Nm). This means 2004 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Citroen 2CV.
Compare all specifications:
| 1962 Citroen 2CV | 2004 Porsche 911 | |
| Make | Citroen | Porsche |
| Model | 2CV | 911 |
| Year Released | 1962 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 375 cc | 3596 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 10 HP | 315 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 22 Nm | 370 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 495 kg | 1342 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3790 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1610 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2360 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.9 L/100km | 11.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 19 L | 64 L |
