1984 Porsche 911 vs. 2011 Citroen Berlingo
To start off, 2011 Citroen Berlingo is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Porsche 911. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Porsche 911 would be higher. At 3,164 cc (6 cylinders), 1984 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Porsche 911 (229 HP) has 155 more horse power than 2011 Citroen Berlingo. (74 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1984 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 2011 Citroen Berlingo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Citroen Berlingo weights approximately 33 kg more than 1984 Porsche 911.
Because 1984 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 1984 Porsche 911. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 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, 1984 Porsche 911 (286 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 166 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Citroen Berlingo. (120 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1984 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Citroen Berlingo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Porsche 911 | 2011 Citroen Berlingo | |
| Make | Porsche | Citroen |
| Model | 911 | Berlingo |
| Year Released | 1984 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Panel Van |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 3164 cc | 1360 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 229 HP | 74 HP |
| Torque | 286 Nm | 120 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 95 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 74.4 mm | 77 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1230 kg | 1263 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4300 mm | 4140 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1970 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2280 mm | 2700 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 55 L |
