1976 Citroen CX vs. 1978 Porsche 930
To start off, 1978 Porsche 930 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Citroen CX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Citroen CX would be higher. At 3,299 cc (6 cylinders), 1978 Porsche 930 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 Porsche 930 (296 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 181 more horse power than 1976 Citroen CX. (115 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1978 Porsche 930 should accelerate faster than 1976 Citroen CX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Citroen CX weights approximately 110 kg more than 1978 Porsche 930.
Because 1978 Porsche 930 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 1978 Porsche 930. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1976 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, 1978 Porsche 930 (431 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 245 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Citroen CX. (186 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 1978 Porsche 930 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Citroen CX.
Compare all specifications:
1976 Citroen CX | 1978 Porsche 930 | |
Make | Citroen | Porsche |
Model | CX | 930 |
Year Released | 1976 | 1978 |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 2347 cc | 3299 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Horse Power | 115 HP | 296 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 186 Nm | 431 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 93.5 mm | 97.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 85.5 mm | 74.4 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 7.0:1 |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1410 kg | 1300 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4930 mm | 4300 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1320 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3100 mm | 2510 mm |