1963 Citroen 2CV vs. 2010 Porsche 911
To start off, 2010 Porsche 911 is newer by 47 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Citroen 2CV. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Citroen 2CV would be higher. At 3,800 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Porsche 911 (385 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 367 more horse power than 1963 Citroen 2CV. (18 HP @ 3500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1963 Citroen 2CV. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Porsche 911 weights approximately 1005 kg more than 1963 Citroen 2CV. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2010 Porsche 911 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1963 Citroen 2CV. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 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, 2010 Porsche 911 (420 Nm) has 396 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Citroen 2CV. (24 Nm). This means 2010 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Citroen 2CV.
Compare all specifications:
1963 Citroen 2CV | 2010 Porsche 911 | |
Make | Citroen | Porsche |
Model | 2CV | 911 |
Year Released | 1963 | 2010 |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 423 cc | 3800 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | boxer | boxer |
Horse Power | 18 HP | 385 HP |
Engine RPM | 3500 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 24 Nm | 420 Nm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | AWD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 560 kg | 1565 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3790 mm | 4465 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1808 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1610 mm | 1300 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2350 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 19 L | 67 L |