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 |