1988 Porsche 911 vs. 2012 Citroen C4
To start off, 2012 Citroen C4 is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Porsche 911. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Porsche 911 would be higher. At 3,162 cc (6 cylinders), 1988 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Porsche 911 (228 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 139 more horse power than 2012 Citroen C4. (89 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 2012 Citroen C4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Citroen C4 weights approximately 122 kg more than 1988 Porsche 911.
Because 1988 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 1988 Porsche 911. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Citroen C4, 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, 1988 Porsche 911 (286 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 71 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Citroen C4. (215 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 1988 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Citroen C4.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Porsche 911 | 2012 Citroen C4 | |
| Make | Porsche | Citroen |
| Model | 911 | C4 |
| Year Released | 1988 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 3162 cc | 1560 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 228 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 286 Nm | 215 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 95 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 74.4 mm | 88 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1210 kg | 1332 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4300 mm | 4270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2270 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 60 L |
