1976 Citroen CX vs. 2010 Porsche 911
To start off, 2010 Porsche 911 is newer by 34 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 3,800 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Porsche 911 (435 HP @ 7600 RPM) has 307 more horse power than 1976 Citroen CX. (128 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 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 81 kg more than 2010 Porsche 911.
Because 2010 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 2010 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, 2010 Porsche 911 (429 Nm @ 6250 RPM) has 232 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Citroen CX. (197 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2010 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 | 2010 Porsche 911 | |
| Make | Citroen | Porsche |
| Model | CX | 911 |
| Year Released | 1976 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 2347 cc | 3800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 128 HP | 435 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 7600 RPM |
| Torque | 197 Nm | 429 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 6250 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1476 kg | 1395 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4930 mm | 4465 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1808 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1280 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3110 mm | 2355 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 67 L |
