1986 Citroen C vs. 2012 Porsche Panamera
To start off, 2012 Porsche Panamera is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Citroen C. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Citroen C would be higher. At 4,806 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Porsche Panamera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Porsche Panamera (400 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 341 more horse power than 1986 Citroen C. (59 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Porsche Panamera should accelerate faster than 1986 Citroen C. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Porsche Panamera weights approximately 915 kg more than 1986 Citroen C. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2012 Porsche Panamera is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1986 Citroen C. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Porsche Panamera 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 Panamera (500 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 390 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Citroen C. (110 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2012 Porsche Panamera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Citroen C.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Citroen C | 2012 Porsche Panamera | |
| Make | Citroen | Porsche |
| Model | C | Panamera |
| Year Released | 1986 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1761 cc | 4806 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 400 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 110 Nm | 500 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 945 kg | 1860 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4010 mm | 4968 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1931 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1408 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2920 mm |
