1989 Citroen CX vs. 2012 Porsche 911

To start off, 2012 Porsche 911 is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Citroen CX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Citroen CX 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 207 more horse power than 1989 Citroen CX. (138 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1989 Citroen CX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Porsche 911 weights approximately 60 kg more than 1989 Citroen CX. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 2012 Porsche 911 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1989 Citroen CX. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 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, 2012 Porsche 911 (390 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 184 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Citroen CX. (206 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2012 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Citroen CX.

Compare all specifications:

1989 Citroen CX 2012 Porsche 911
Make Citroen Porsche
Model CX 911
Year Released 1989 2012
Engine Position Front Rear
Engine Size 2500 cc 3600 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type in-line boxer
Valves per Cylinder 2 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 138 HP 345 HP
Engine RPM 5000 RPM 6500 RPM
Torque 206 Nm 390 Nm
Torque RPM 4000 RPM 4400 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Front AWD
Transmission Type Manual 6-speed manual
Number of Seats 5 seats 4 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 2 doors
Vehicle Weight 1420 kg 1480 kg
Vehicle Length 4910 mm 4465 mm
Vehicle Width 1770 mm 1808 mm
Vehicle Height 1390 mm 1311 mm
Wheelbase Size 3100 mm 2350 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 80 L 67 L


 

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