1981 Citroen Mehari vs. 2005 Porsche Carrera GT
To start off, 2005 Porsche Carrera GT is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Citroen Mehari. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Citroen Mehari would be higher. At 5,733 cc (10 cylinders), 2005 Porsche Carrera GT is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Porsche Carrera GT (604 HP @ 8000 RPM) has 575 more horse power than 1981 Citroen Mehari. (29 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Porsche Carrera GT should accelerate faster than 1981 Citroen Mehari. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Porsche Carrera GT weights approximately 825 kg more than 1981 Citroen Mehari. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Porsche Carrera GT 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 2005 Porsche Carrera GT. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1981 Citroen Mehari, 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, 2005 Porsche Carrera GT (590 Nm @ 5750 RPM) has 551 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Citroen Mehari. (39 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2005 Porsche Carrera GT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Citroen Mehari.
Compare all specifications:
1981 Citroen Mehari | 2005 Porsche Carrera GT | |
Make | Citroen | Porsche |
Model | Mehari | Carrera GT |
Year Released | 1981 | 2005 |
Body Type | Convertible | Roadster |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 602 cc | 5733 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 10 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 29 HP | 604 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 8000 RPM |
Torque | 39 Nm | 590 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 5750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 555 kg | 1380 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3530 mm | 4620 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1930 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1170 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2860 mm |