1976 Citroen CX vs. 1994 Porsche 965
To start off, 1994 Porsche 965 is newer by 18 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 3,599 cc (6 cylinders), 1994 Porsche 965 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Porsche 965 (355 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 249 more horse power than 1976 Citroen CX. (106 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1994 Porsche 965 should accelerate faster than 1976 Citroen CX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Porsche 965 weights approximately 205 kg more than 1976 Citroen CX. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1994 Porsche 965 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 1994 Porsche 965. 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, 1994 Porsche 965 (530 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 369 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Citroen CX. (161 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1994 Porsche 965 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Citroen CX.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Citroen CX | 1994 Porsche 965 | |
| Make | Citroen | Porsche |
| Model | CX | 965 |
| Year Released | 1976 | 1994 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1985 cc | 3599 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 106 HP | 355 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 161 Nm | 530 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 100 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 76.4 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1265 kg | 1470 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2270 mm |
