1970 Ford Corsair vs. 2011 Citroen C6
To start off, 2011 Citroen C6 is newer by 41 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Ford Corsair. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Ford Corsair would be higher. At 2,993 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Citroen C6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Citroen C6 (209 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 150 more horse power than 1970 Ford Corsair. (59 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Citroen C6 should accelerate faster than 1970 Ford Corsair. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Citroen C6 weights approximately 930 kg more than 1970 Ford Corsair. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1970 Ford Corsair 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 1970 Ford Corsair. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Citroen C6, 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, 2011 Citroen C6 (290 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 189 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Ford Corsair. (101 Nm @ 2300 RPM). This means 2011 Citroen C6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Ford Corsair.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Ford Corsair | 2011 Citroen C6 | |
| Make | Ford | Citroen |
| Model | Corsair | C6 |
| Year Released | 1970 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1498 cc | 2993 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 209 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 101 Nm | 290 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2300 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 885 kg | 1815 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4910 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2910 mm |
