1974 Citroen CX vs. 2012 Porsche Cayman
To start off, 2012 Porsche Cayman is newer by 38 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 3,400 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Porsche Cayman is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Porsche Cayman (320 HP @ 7200 RPM) has 225 more horse power than 1974 Citroen CX. (95 HP @ 3700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Porsche Cayman should accelerate faster than 1974 Citroen CX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Citroen CX weights approximately 170 kg more than 2012 Porsche Cayman.
Because 2012 Porsche Cayman 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 2012 Porsche Cayman. 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, 2012 Porsche Cayman (370 Nm @ 4750 RPM) has 154 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Citroen CX. (216 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2012 Porsche Cayman will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Citroen CX.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Citroen CX | 2012 Porsche Cayman | |
| Make | Citroen | Porsche |
| Model | CX | Cayman |
| Year Released | 1974 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 2500 cc | 3400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 95 HP | 320 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3700 RPM | 7200 RPM |
| Torque | 216 Nm | 370 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1520 kg | 1350 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4960 mm | 4376 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1801 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1306 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3100 mm | 2416 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 64 L |
