1974 Citroen CX vs. 1976 Porsche 912
To start off, 1976 Porsche 912 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Citroen CX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Citroen CX would be higher. At 2,500 cc (4 cylinders), 1974 Citroen CX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1974 Citroen CX (95 HP @ 3700 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 1976 Porsche 912. (86 HP @ 4900 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1974 Citroen CX should accelerate faster than 1976 Porsche 912. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Citroen CX weights approximately 434 kg more than 1976 Porsche 912. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1976 Porsche 912 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 1976 Porsche 912. 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 82 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Porsche 912. (134 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1974 Citroen CX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Porsche 912.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Citroen CX | 1976 Porsche 912 | |
| Make | Citroen | Porsche |
| Model | CX | 912 |
| Year Released | 1974 | 1976 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 2500 cc | 1971 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 95 HP | 86 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3700 RPM | 4900 RPM |
| Torque | 216 Nm | 134 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Top Speed | 165 km/hour | 185 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1520 kg | 1086 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4960 mm | 4300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3100 mm | 2280 mm |
