1990 Citroen CX vs. 2012 Porsche 911
To start off, 2012 Porsche 911 is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Citroen CX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Citroen CX would be higher. At 4,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Porsche 911 (500 HP @ 8250 RPM) has 398 more horse power than 1990 Citroen CX. (102 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1990 Citroen CX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Porsche 911 weights approximately 130 kg more than 1990 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 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 2012 Porsche 911. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1990 Citroen CX, 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, 2012 Porsche 911 (459 Nm @ 5750 RPM) has 300 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Citroen CX. (159 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 2012 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Citroen CX.
Compare all specifications:
1990 Citroen CX | 2012 Porsche 911 | |
Make | Citroen | Porsche |
Model | CX | 911 |
Year Released | 1990 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 1985 cc | 4000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 102 HP | 500 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 8250 RPM |
Torque | 159 Nm | 459 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 5750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1230 kg | 1360 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4491 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1852 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1280 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2355 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 67 L |