1976 Citroen CX vs. 2000 Porsche 996
To start off, 2000 Porsche 996 is newer by 24 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 3,387 cc (6 cylinders), 2000 Porsche 996 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Porsche 996 (296 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 190 more horse power than 1976 Citroen CX. (106 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Porsche 996 should accelerate faster than 1976 Citroen CX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Porsche 996 weights approximately 110 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 2000 Porsche 996 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1976 Citroen CX. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Porsche 996 will offer significantly more control. 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, 2000 Porsche 996 (357 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 196 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Citroen CX. (161 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2000 Porsche 996 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Citroen CX.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Citroen CX | 2000 Porsche 996 | |
| Make | Citroen | Porsche |
| Model | CX | 996 |
| Year Released | 1976 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1985 cc | 3387 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 106 HP | 296 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 161 Nm | 357 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1265 kg | 1375 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2360 mm |
