1976 Porsche 911 vs. 2012 Citroen Berlingo
To start off, 2012 Citroen Berlingo is newer by 36 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Porsche 911. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Porsche 911 would be higher. At 2,994 cc (6 cylinders), 1976 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1976 Porsche 911 (200 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 126 more horse power than 2012 Citroen Berlingo. (74 HP @ 3500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1976 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 2012 Citroen Berlingo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Citroen Berlingo weights approximately 322 kg more than 1976 Porsche 911.
Because 1976 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 1976 Porsche 911. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Citroen Berlingo, 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, 1976 Porsche 911 (260 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 75 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Citroen Berlingo. (185 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 1976 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Citroen Berlingo.
Compare all specifications:
1976 Porsche 911 | 2012 Citroen Berlingo | |
Make | Porsche | Citroen |
Model | 911 | Berlingo |
Year Released | 1976 | 2012 |
Body Type | Coupe | Panel Van |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 2994 cc | 1560 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 200 HP | 74 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Torque | 260 Nm | 185 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 18.6:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1160 kg | 1482 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4300 mm | 4390 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1810 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2280 mm | 2730 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 79 L | 60 L |