1985 Citroen Axel vs. 2012 Porsche 911
To start off, 2012 Porsche 911 is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Citroen Axel. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Citroen Axel 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 311 more horse power than 1985 Citroen Axel. (34 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1985 Citroen Axel. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Porsche 911 weights approximately 660 kg more than 1985 Citroen Axel. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2012 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 2012 Porsche 911. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1985 Citroen Axel, 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, 2012 Porsche 911 (390 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 340 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Citroen Axel. (50 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2012 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Citroen Axel.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Citroen Axel | 2012 Porsche 911 | |
| Make | Citroen | Porsche |
| Model | Axel | 911 |
| Year Released | 1985 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 652 cc | 3600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | boxer |
| Horse Power | 34 HP | 345 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 50 Nm | 390 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 820 kg | 1480 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3730 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1808 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1311 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2350 mm |
