1976 Citroen CX vs. 1988 Porsche 911

To start off, 1988 Porsche 911 is newer by 12 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 3,162 cc (6 cylinders), 1988 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Porsche 911 (228 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 122 more horse power than 1976 Citroen CX. (106 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1988 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1976 Citroen CX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Citroen CX weights approximately 55 kg more than 1988 Porsche 911.

Because 1988 Porsche 911 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 1988 Porsche 911. 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, 1988 Porsche 911 (286 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 125 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Citroen CX. (161 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1988 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Citroen CX.

Compare all specifications:

1976 Citroen CX 1988 Porsche 911
Make Citroen Porsche
Model CX 911
Year Released 1976 1988
Engine Position Front Rear
Engine Size 1985 cc 3162 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type in-line boxer
Valves per Cylinder 2 valves 2 valves
Horse Power 106 HP 228 HP
Engine RPM 5500 RPM 5900 RPM
Torque 161 Nm 286 Nm
Torque RPM 3000 RPM 4800 RPM
Engine Bore Size 83 mm 95 mm
Engine Stroke Size 88 mm 74.4 mm
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Front Rear
Number of Seats 5 seats 4 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 2 doors
Vehicle Weight 1265 kg 1210 kg
Vehicle Length 4670 mm 4300 mm
Vehicle Width 1770 mm 1660 mm
Vehicle Height 1370 mm 1330 mm
Wheelbase Size 2850 mm 2270 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 68 L 80 L


 

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