1973 Porsche 911 vs. 2012 Citroen C4
To start off, 2012 Citroen C4 is newer by 39 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Porsche 911. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Porsche 911 would be higher. At 2,687 cc (6 cylinders), 1973 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 Porsche 911 (208 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 2012 Citroen C4. (181 HP @ 7000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1973 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 2012 Citroen C4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Citroen C4 weights approximately 387 kg more than 1973 Porsche 911.
Let's talk about torque, 1973 Porsche 911 (260 Nm @ 5100 RPM) has 80 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Citroen C4. (180 Nm @ 7000 RPM). This means 1973 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Citroen C4.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Porsche 911 | 2012 Citroen C4 | |
| Make | Porsche | Citroen |
| Model | 911 | C4 |
| Year Released | 1973 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 2687 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Horse Power | 208 HP | 181 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 260 Nm | 180 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5100 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 950 kg | 1337 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4110 mm | 4270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2280 mm | 2610 mm |
