1988 Citroen CX vs. 2010 Porsche 911
To start off, 2010 Porsche 911 is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Citroen CX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Citroen CX would be higher. At 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Porsche 911 (345 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 231 more horse power than 1988 Citroen CX. (114 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1988 Citroen CX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Porsche 911 weights approximately 115 kg more than 1988 Citroen CX. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2010 Porsche 911 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1988 Citroen CX. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 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, 2010 Porsche 911 (390 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 213 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Citroen CX. (177 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 2010 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Citroen CX.
Compare all specifications:
1988 Citroen CX | 2010 Porsche 911 | |
Make | Citroen | Porsche |
Model | CX | 911 |
Year Released | 1988 | 2010 |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 2165 cc | 3600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 114 HP | 345 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 177 Nm | 390 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1440 kg | 1555 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4930 mm | 4465 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1808 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1311 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3100 mm | 2350 mm |