1978 Citroen CX vs. 2012 Porsche 911
To start off, 2012 Porsche 911 is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Citroen CX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Citroen CX would be higher. At 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Porsche 911 (345 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 244 more horse power than 1978 Citroen CX. (101 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1978 Citroen CX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Porsche 911 weights approximately 265 kg more than 1978 Citroen CX. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2012 Porsche 911 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1978 Citroen CX. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Porsche 911 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, 2012 Porsche 911 (390 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 229 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Citroen CX. (161 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2012 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Citroen CX.
Compare all specifications:
1978 Citroen CX | 2012 Porsche 911 | |
Make | Citroen | Porsche |
Model | CX | 911 |
Year Released | 1978 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 1905 cc | 3600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 101 HP | 345 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 161 Nm | 390 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | AWD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1265 kg | 1530 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4460 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1852 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1311 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2350 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 67 L |