1974 Citroen CX vs. 1959 Porsche 356
To start off, 1974 Citroen CX is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Porsche 356. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Porsche 356 would be higher. At 2,498 cc (4 cylinders), 1974 Citroen CX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1974 Citroen CX (95 HP @ 3700 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 1959 Porsche 356. (75 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1974 Citroen CX should accelerate faster than 1959 Porsche 356. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Citroen CX weights approximately 567 kg more than 1959 Porsche 356. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1959 Porsche 356 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 1959 Porsche 356. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1974 Citroen CX, 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, 1974 Citroen CX (216 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 97 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Porsche 356. (119 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 1974 Citroen CX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Porsche 356.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Citroen CX | 1959 Porsche 356 | |
| Make | Citroen | Porsche |
| Model | CX | 356 |
| Year Released | 1974 | 1959 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 2498 cc | 1582 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 95 HP | 75 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3700 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 216 Nm | 119 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3700 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 82.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 74 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 21.0:1 | 8.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1405 kg | 838 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 3960 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2110 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 52 L |
