1991 Citroen ZX vs. 2013 Porsche Panamera
To start off, 2013 Porsche Panamera is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Citroen ZX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Citroen ZX would be higher. At 4,800 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 Porsche Panamera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Porsche Panamera (395 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 324 more horse power than 1991 Citroen ZX. (71 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Porsche Panamera should accelerate faster than 1991 Citroen ZX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Porsche Panamera weights approximately 765 kg more than 1991 Citroen ZX. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2013 Porsche Panamera is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1991 Citroen ZX. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Porsche Panamera 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, 2013 Porsche Panamera (500 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 378 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Citroen ZX. (122 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2013 Porsche Panamera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Citroen ZX.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Citroen ZX | 2013 Porsche Panamera | |
| Make | Citroen | Porsche |
| Model | ZX | Panamera |
| Year Released | 1991 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 4800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | single |
| Horse Power | 71 HP | 395 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 122 Nm | 500 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83.1 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 83 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Single Speed |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1035 kg | 1800 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4070 mm | 4970 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 2114 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1418 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2920 mm |
